DSIT Cyber Professional Titles Fund

DSIT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has completed the procurement process for the "DSIT Cyber Professional Titles Fund." This tender, classified under the "Administration services" category, focuses on creating a pool of up to £200,000 for cyber security licensing bodies under the UK Cyber Security Council (UKCSC) framework to support the professional development of government employees. The procurement process, conducted through a selective method via a dynamic purchasing system, culminated in awarding the contract on 30th September 2024 to EMB Limited. The contract will run from 2nd October 2024 to 31st March 2025 and is aimed at incentivising the uptake of professional titles within the government sector, thereby promoting higher professional standards in cyber security. The project is based in London, United Kingdom, and the key details, such as the closing of the tender period on 18th September 2024, have been duly noted.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in cyber security professional standards and training. SMEs and organisations classified as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, given the project's focus on leveraging the skills and expertise of smaller, agile companies to drive professional standards in cyber security. Companies capable of managing and promoting professional qualifications within the framework set by the UK Cyber Security Council can benefit from participating in similar future opportunities facilitated by DSIT. By engaging in this procurement process, businesses can enhance their visibility and credibility within the government and potentially unlock further opportunities for growth in both public and private sectors.

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DSIT Cyber Professional Titles Fund

DSIT

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Publication Date

22nd October 2024 11:15:20 AM
Contract Summary

A pool of fund (contract) of up to £200,000 to different cyber security licensing bodies under the UK Cyber Security Council (UKCSC) professional standards framework to government employees to apply for qualifications. These licensing bodies receive and manage applications for professional titles in the cyber security profession under the UKCSC framework. We want to incentivise government employees to apply to these professional titles to further embed the professional standards both in the public and indirectly in the private sector.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-f7fe31f2-9bea-4901-8ca2-9f4ce36f1e06

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Award

Procurement Method

Selective

Procurement Method Details

Call-off From A Dynamic Purchasing System

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

SME VCSE

Framework / DPS

DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

75100000

CPV Division(s)

75 - Administration, defence and social security services
Awarding Authority

DSIT

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

dsit.dttgcbp@dsit.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

22 Whitehall

London

SW1A 2EG

England
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

EMB LIMITED

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