Planning

Security Advisory and Training Framework Agreement PME (2)

HOME OFFICE

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Planning

28 Jul 2025 at 09:57

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

07 Apr 2025 at 10:27

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
PlanningUpdate

05 Mar 2025 at 12:08

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

05 Mar 2025 at 12:00

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office is planning a procurement process for the Security Advisory and Training Framework Agreement under the International Strategy & Capability Unit. This initiative focuses on thematic areas such as cyber security, strategic intelligence, border security, and national risk. The procurement takes place in London, UK, and is currently at the engagement stage, with a milestone event scheduled for 15 September 2025 to seek supplier feedback on proposals. The process aims to gather insights without forming a formal call for competition or binding future actions. Interested parties must express their intent by 28 August 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in training programme services, security equipment, and safety consultancy services. Organisations possessing strategic intelligence and advisory capabilities in security are well-suited to participate. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged, aligning with the framework’s aim to build a diverse network of partners. With the £140 million framework value and its potential to contribute to the growth and prosperity agenda, there are ample opportunities for industry and academic partners to collaborate with government sectors. The framework includes a planned contract period starting from 5 May 2026, offering long-term growth prospects for selected suppliers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Security Advisory and Training Framework Agreement PME (2)

Notice Description

The Home Office's International Strategy & Capability Unit (ISC) provides capability and capacity building for foreign governments in the following thematics: Policing Fire and Rescue Cyber Security Strategic Intelligence and Threat Assessment Border Security and Illegal Migration National Risk and Resilience This is executed either directly through agreements with foreign governments, through other UK Government Departments (e.g. FCDO) or working in partnership with other parts of the Home Office. Our approach to executing this is to employ a blended mix of policy, PPM and SME resources supported by industry, academia and uniformed services under the Home Office umbrella. ISC's mission is to support the Home Office priorities in preventing harm coming to the UK, to provide our expertise to other Departments to help deliver their objectives as well as supporting wider Government initiatives such as Prosperity by: 1. Developing and maintaining a centre of excellence, the International Portfolio Management Office (IPMO), both to execute our own projects as well as aid other Home Office areas with theirs. 2. Growing and maintaining our network of suppliers and partners in the thematic areas covered and continuously developing our depth of expertise to deliver in a flexible, timely, safe and effective way. 3. Working with FCDO colleagues to advise and deliver on projects related HO thematics. 4. Develop G2G agreements to directly contribute to growth and prosperity agenda and work with industry, academia and government partners e.g. DBT to ensure we maximise these opportunities. This framework is being procured to support the delivery of our mission.

Planning Information

Background: Following the initial round of market engagement, we have refined elements of the proposed procurement strategy, including the lot structure, supplier qualification criteria, and delivery model. We are now seeking supplier input to ensure the approach is commercially viable, proportionate, and aligned with market capabilities. Purpose of the Event: Present the updated proposal, including the revised lot structure and qualification criteria. Seek supplier feedback on the feasibility, clarity, and potential impact of the proposed approach. Understand any barriers to participation and gather suggestions for improvement. Gauge market interest and capacity to deliver the requirements. The event will be held via MS Teams and will take place on 15 September 2025 at 1500 UK time. Should you wish to attend please contact samra-boone.kamaldeep@homeoffice.gov.uk This notice is solely for the purpose of engaging the market to gather information. It does not constitute a call for competition or form part of any formal procurement process. Participation in this engagement will not confer any advantage or disadvantage in any future procurement, nor will it bind the Authority to proceed with any specific course or action.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e9be
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043349-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

35121000 - Security equipment

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

79417000 - Safety consultancy services

80521000 - Training programme services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£140,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 May 2026 - 5 May 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
name@homeoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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