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Provision of Vulnerability Tool - AWARDED CONTRACT

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT), located in London, England, has completed the procurement process for the provision of a cloud-based vulnerability scanning tool, aimed at enhancing its cybersecurity capabilities. This initiative is part of DBT's strategic efforts to improve cyber resilience and comply with security standards. The contracted service provider is Specialist Computer Centres Plc, scheduled to deliver the security software package from 30 June 2025 to 28 June 2026. The procurement method used was a selective call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract valued at £149,571.01. This contract spans multiple regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in cybersecurity and software solutions, particularly those with the capacity to deliver large-scale services. While the awarded contract is aimed at a large business such as Specialist Computer Centres Plc, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) could also find opportunities by providing specialised or niche cybersecurity solutions that complement the broader framework. Companies in the tech and cybersecurity industries looking to expand their government contract portfolio should consider aligning their services with such procurement needs and frameworks to facilitate business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Vulnerability Tool - AWARDED CONTRACT

Notice Description

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has procured a cloud-based vulnerability scanning solution to strengthen its cybersecurity capabilities. The tool will support the identification and management of security vulnerabilities across DBT's digital infrastructure, replacing previous manual and fragmented processes. This procurement forms part of DBT's broader efforts to enhance cyber resilience and align with relevant security standards.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ebd5ccbd-226a-4709-9e64-ac2963ee39ee
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76a151b6-ab0a-4589-b255-042f3635a2e6
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48730000 - Security software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£149,571 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£149,571 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jun 20257 months ago
Contract Period
26 Jun 2025 - 28 Jun 2026 1-2 years
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
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BL
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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