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UKSAC25_0071 - Threat Led Penetration Testing - Black Team

UKSA

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

16 Oct 2025 at 10:43

UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Tender

08 Oct 2025 at 10:49

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

25 Jul 2025 at 15:13

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Space Agency (UKSA), a public authority under the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, is managing a procurement process for "Threat Led Penetration Testing - Black Team". The tender falls under the category of services, specifically within investigation and security services. This procurement is being conducted using a competitive flexible procedure through an open tender method. UKSA aims to engage a supplier to evaluate the physical security of various companies within the space industry by attempting real-world physical intrusions. This initiative, currently in the active tender stage, is critical for enhancing security resilience. The final date for bid submissions is 3rd November 2025, and the engagement covers locations across the UK. Contract values are expected to reach up to £240,000, incorporating both initial and optional extension periods. This procurement highlights key dates and timelines, including an enquiry period ending on 15th October 2025, and contract period setting between 28th November 2025 to 31st March 2026, with a possible extension until 2027.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in security services, particularly those adept at conducting physical security assessments and penetration testing. Companies capable of complex strategic planning, risk analysis, and having a robust understanding of UK security policies will be well-positioned to compete. The procurement process allows for participation through the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal, favouring suppliers who can demonstrate experience and innovation in delivering high-stakes security services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are specifically noted as suitable for the opportunity. Successful involvement in this contract can lead to substantial growth, enhanced industry reputation, and future engagement opportunities with UKSA and the broader government sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKSAC25_0071 - Threat Led Penetration Testing - Black Team

Notice Description

UKSA is seeking a supplier to provide physical penetration testing for a number of companies working in the space industry, in order to; * Support companies with understanding their existing security and resilience to physical attack. * Inform corrections and upgrades to physical security by identifying vulnerabilities and providing recommendations for improvement. * There is a likely to be the requirement to work with multiple (up to 4) companies at the same time in order to complete the work packages below within the timescale of the contract. It should be noted that this requirement shall be classed as 'exempt' from PA 2023. This notice is being advertised out for an Expressions of Interest / Specific Questionnaire stage and shall then be withdrawn from the CDP platform and taken forward offline.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Maximum value of the Opportunity and Term Up to PS240,000 (including VAT) 5 months + 1-year optional extension to be granted at the Contracting Authority's discretion, subject to budget availability. Up to PS120,000 (including VAT) for initial 5 months and PS120,000 (including VAT) for subsequent extension period. This is a call off value and not necessarily the full value of the contract as payment will only be made on completion of deliverables.

Planning Information

This RFI consists of a Market Sounding Questionnaire - hosted through Microsoft Forms - please ensure that responses are made ahead of the deadline of 8th August 2025. If you are interested in this opportunity please complete and submit the Questionnaire: https://forms.office.com/e/YyMVyhaZHS

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056678
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065826-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79700000 - Investigation and security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
15 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UKSA
Additional Buyers

UK Space Agency

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DIDCOT
Postcode
OX11 0DF
Postcode Area
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Electoral Ward
Hendreds
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

Further Information

Notice Documents

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