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Ethical Hacking Lot 2

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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26 Jun 2025 at 10:32

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract titled "Ethical Hacking Lot 2," classified under the industry category of Computer Testing Services, encompassing tasks related to ethical hacking. This contract is situated in Corsham, South West, United Kingdom, with an active procurement stage marking the commencement of the award process. The awarding took place on 22nd April 2025, with the contract term set to span from that date until 31st March 2028. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, with a total contract value of £655,296 GBP.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for large business entities specialising in computer testing services, particularly those with capabilities in ethical hacking and cybersecurity solutions. Although the classification does not favour SMEs or VCSEs, it offers ample scope for experienced firms in the cybersecurity industry to work with a prominent government body, establishing long-term business associations. Companies well-equipped in handling complex digital threats and with robust security credentials will find this contract rewarding, offering substantial engagement with government projects and fostering business advancement in the cybersecurity field.

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Notice Title

Ethical Hacking Lot 2

Notice Description

Ethcial Hacking Lot 2 Contract

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ecedd899-a57d-408c-ac91-c6cfaf4fbc65
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d91e114-3982-4594-ac76-2e389271a52d
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72820000 - Computer testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£655,296 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£655,296 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
21 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
samuel.jarman105@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CORSHAM
Postcode
SN13 9NR
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)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Corsham Ladbrook
Westminster Constituency
Chippenham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NCC GROUP SECURITY SERVICES

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