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Cyber Security Training

CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

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12 Sep 2025 at 14:30

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council involved awarding a contract for "Cyber Security Training" services, specifically tailored for WARP member organisations. The procurement falls under the service category of IT, encompassing consulting and other relevant support services. This contract was awarded to QA Limited, a small and medium enterprise based in Leeds. Notably, the procurement stage is complete, with the contract being active from 1st October 2025 to 1st October 2026. The process was conducted under the legal framework of UKPGA 2023/54, categorised as a sub-threshold procurement. The contract, valued at £30,400 (excluding VAT), was signed on the 12th of September 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs with expertise in cyber security and IT services to engage with public sector clients, such as local government authorities. Companies skilled in providing comprehensive security training and consulting services are well-suited to deliver on such contracts. Additionally, firms looking to expand their reach in the public sector, especially within the geographical region of the United Kingdom, will find similar opportunities advantageous for their growth strategy. The nature of this procurement indicates ongoing demand for specialised IT services that enhance operational security, which can lead to further business opportunities within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Cyber Security Training

Notice Description

Specialist cyber security training for WARP (Warning, Advice and Reporting Point) member organisations.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05999b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056284-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,400 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
1 Oct 2025 - 1 Oct 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Catherine Mullins
Contact Email
catherine.mullins@bradford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 1HX
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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