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prj_6431 - Cable Landing Station Security Guidance

DSIT

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26 Mar 2026 at 20:55

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) is overseeing the procurement process for a project titled "Cable Landing Station Security Guidance." This procurement falls under the "Research services" category, critical for ensuring the security of UK's undersea telecommunication cable network. The contract is valued at £92,400 and has been awarded to Leading Management Services Ltd, trading as LMS Security, a large-scale supplier. The procurement method was selective, utilising a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract period commenced on 17 March 2026 and will conclude on 5 July 2026, spanning multiple locations, including British Overseas Territories and the United Kingdom. The procurement initiative culminated in the award stage, with the official notice published on 26 March 2026.

The tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy and cybersecurity services, particularly those focusing on telecommunications infrastructures. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could especially benefit, as the procurement suitability favours them. Moreover, the strategic involvement of DSIT, along with the National Cyber Security Centre and the National Protective Security Authority, underlines the project's importance in enhancing national security, thereby offering a compelling incentive for specialised firms to engage with similar future projects. Firms with expertise in creating security guidelines for critical national infrastructures are well-positioned to compete in tenders akin to this one.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

prj_6431 - Cable Landing Station Security Guidance

Notice Description

Undersea cables carry 99%+ of the UK's international internet traffic. These high-capacity data flows underpin the UK's digital economy, national security, and global communications. Cable landing stations (CLS) are a critical part of the UK's subsea telecommunication cable network, acting as the physical interface between undersea cables and terrestrial infrastructure. Due to their strategic importance, CLS are high-value targets for both physical and cyber threats. The Government is committed to strengthening the security of UK cable landing stations. To support this work, we intend to commission an accredited security consultancy to produce security guidance for CLS operators. This work will be jointly overseen by DSIT, the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fe74482a-6bc5-4b8d-9857-bb86b4bb3e48
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd2d5dd9-4314-4bb9-9e3c-86278abea3ae
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£92,400 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£92,400 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
17 Mar 2026 - 5 Jul 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
DSIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0ET
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

LEADING MANAGEMENT SERVICES LTD T/A LMS SECURITY

Further Information

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