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11 Jun 2026 at 08:26

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has completed a procurement process for multifactor authentication hardware tokens for the Employee Authentication Service (EAS). The tender falls under the hardware category with a CPV classification of 44316400. The contract, valued at £940,500, involves the supply of goods and was conducted through a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement. Significant contract dates include a tender period that ended on 6th March 2026, and the contract spans from 8th June 2026 to 7th June 2029. Delivery is expected across multiple locations, including the United Kingdom and internationally, covering areas such as the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and Europe.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses able to supply authentic hardware solutions, particularly those experienced in technology and cybersecurity. The contract, which has been awarded to CDW Limited, indicates that large-scale businesses with established supply chains in multifactor authentication hardware are particularly well-suited to compete in similar procurement processes. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with specialised expertise in security technology may capitalize on similar opportunities by engaging in framework agreements and meeting specific government procurement criteria. The DWP's focus on authentic hardware provides an avenue for growth for companies looking to expand their technological product offerings in the governmental sector.

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Notice Title

EAS Multifactor Authentication Hardware Tokens

Notice Description

Authentication tokens for the Employee Authentication Service (EAS).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d4c410d5-1107-4743-a3d1-7130c1820dee
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da01d9ac-8a57-41be-8fe2-2f33eada33e9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

44316400 - Hardware

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£940,500 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£940,500 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
7 Jun 2026 - 7 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
WESTMINSTER, LONDON
Postcode
SW1 9HA
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CDW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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