GSS24460 - Cyber Security Analyst

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

AwardUpdate

15 Jun 2026 at 13:06

Award

25 Sep 2025 at 14:13

Award

04 Apr 2025 at 06:57

AwardUpdate

31 Dec 2024 at 10:55

Award

04 Jul 2024 at 08:35

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, now in the award update stage, involves UK Shared Business Services Limited as the buying organisation. The contract, titled "GSS24460 - Cyber Security Analyst," falls under the services category and specifically pertains to the supply of personnel, including temporary staff. Located in Swindon, SN2 1FL, the contract commenced on 15th July 2024 and is set to conclude on 26th March 2027. The total contract value stands at £374,681.58. This procurement was executed through a selective method, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement, with HAYS Specialist Recruitment Limited serving as the supplier. It is crucial to note that this is an award notice and not a call for competition.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses involved in staffing services, particularly those specialising in temporary or non-clinical personnel. With a significant contract value and a multi-year contract period, businesses can benefit from steady revenue streams. The procurement process also highlights the potential for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to engage with public contracts, as the suitability criteria are SME-friendly. Companies in the cybersecurity staffing industry are particularly well-suited to compete for contracts of this nature, offering specialised expertise and contributing to strengthening the public sector's cybersecurity capabilities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

GSS24460 - Cyber Security Analyst

Notice Description

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation have a requirement to bring in a Cyber Security Analyst. This has been sourced via direct award against CCS RM6277 Non Clinical Staffing. Original Contract - 15/07/2024 to 14/01/2025 Variation 001 - 15/01/2025 to 28/03/2025 Variation 002 - 29/03/2025 to 30/09/2025 Variation 003 - 01/10/2025 to 27/03/2026 Variation 004 - 27/03/2026 to 26/03/2027 Variation 005 - To amend workers working days from 252 working days to 220 working days. (3 day working week)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b73cdde-4e75-40f6-8876-c5878a6448e4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£374,681 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£653,321 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jun 20242 years ago
Contract Period
14 Jul 2024 - 26 Mar 2027 2-3 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1UH
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HAYS SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT

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