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Independant GovAssure Assessment review

OFFICE FOR STANDARDS IN EDUCATION, CHILDRENS SERVICES AND SKILLS

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21 Jan 2026 at 10:37

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Independent GovAssure Assessment Review" was conducted by the Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills (Ofsted) in England. This contract, which falls under the Information Technology requirements review services category, is part of the broader GovAssure programme. The procurement followed a selective method through a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, specifically the CCS Cyber Security Services 3 DPS. The tender reached the award stage on 20th January 2026, with the contract starting on 26th January 2026 and ending on 31st March 2026. The contract value was £18,030, and the contract was awarded to Amethyst Risk Management Ltd.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses that specialise in cyber security and IT consultancy services. Companies with expertise in assessing cyber security postures and aligning them with the NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) would find this project particularly beneficial. The procurement process was open to SMEs, making it an attractive option for smaller businesses looking to expand their service offerings in the public sector. With the demand for specialised IT reviews on the rise, participating in such tenders can enhance a company's portfolio and open doors to future government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Independant GovAssure Assessment review

Notice Description

The GovAssure programme mandates that government departments undergo independent assessments of their cyber security posture against the NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF). This contract is to appoint a supplier to undertake an independent GovAssure assessment review. These services are required to ensure that Ofsted meets its obligations under the Cabinet Office's GovAssure cyber security assurance regime. This opportunity was awarded via the CCS Cyber Security Services 3 DPS (CSS3)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e9bdc446-7fc9-43e5-8fca-0229affcc9cc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99f982f8-e8fb-467b-91f4-893ec20d505a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72223000 - Information technology requirements review services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£18,030 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£18,030 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
26 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFFICE FOR STANDARDS IN EDUCATION, CHILDRENS SERVICES AND SKILLS
Contact Name
Info Contracts
Contact Email
info-contracts@ofsted.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0300 013 0102

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 2WD
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AMETHYST RISK MANAGEMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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