CyberFirst International

DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

Award

01 May 2026 at 14:55

Tender

29 Apr 2026 at 13:53

PlanningUpdate

09 Dec 2025 at 08:50

PlanningUpdate

02 Dec 2025 at 09:30

PlanningUpdate

21 Nov 2025 at 10:48

Planning

20 Nov 2025 at 15:13

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT), based in London, concerns the "CyberFirst International" programme under the industry category of Information Technology services. The procurement method utilised was an open competition, specifically defined as "Below threshold - open competition." This process involved multiple countries, including Canada and Saudi Arabia, as target locations for service delivery. The procurement contract was awarded on 1st May 2026, with the awarded contract set to begin on 14th May 2026 and span until 14th May 2027, with a potential extension to 2028. During the award stage, In4 Group and Kings Priory School were identified as the successful suppliers.

This opportunity primarily benefits businesses with expertise in delivering information technology services, especially those with a track record of implementing CyberFirst content. Large corporations and SMEs positioned in or with ties to the target countries could particularly thrive by engaging with this initiative. The contract requires partners capable of upholding programme integrity and demonstrating comprehensive governance structures, providing an excellent platform for businesses aiming to expand internationally into markets like Saudi Arabia and Canada. The engagement offers a non-exclusive licence to use the CyberFirst trademark, which could significantly enhance brand visibility and foster growth by leveraging domestic and international tech partnerships.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

CyberFirst International

Notice Description

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) invites expressions of interest from organisations interested in delivering the CyberFirst International Programme. This process is designed to identify delivery partners who can uphold the quality, integrity, and impact of CyberFirst in new international contexts. Successful applicants will be granted a non-exclusive licence to use the CyberFirst trademark and associated branding, subject to formal approval and adherence to brand guidelines. In addition, successful applicants will be expected to sign an agreement with DSIT on the programme. These agreements are anticipated to run for a minimum duration of 12 months. DSIT will also provide access to approved curriculum materials, delivery frameworks, and promotional assets to support implementation. Partners will be expected to demonstrate a strong track record of delivering CyberFirst content in the UK, robust governance and safeguarding procedures, and evidence of in-country delivery capability or partnerships. Alongside the programme requirements, proposals should show how 10% of revenue generated through international CyberFirst activities could be allocated to support the TechFirst programme domestically and in particular regional delivery partners . Prospective delivery partners will not receive government funding for pilot activities. Instead, they must source their own funds and build connections to access other in-country funding routes. Based on DSIT's initial Request for Information in April 2025, this exercise will be for the following countries to deliver CyberFirst internationally: * Kingdom of Saudi Arabia * Japan * Canada All proposed solutions must align with UK government priorities and will be subject to the appropriate approvals from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). Please advise if you are interested in submitting a proposal by following the instructions provided in the PA23 Registration section below.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e5b4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040687-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
£1
Awards Value
£1
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
22 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
30 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
13 May 2026 - 14 May 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EG
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
2
Supplier Names

IN4 GROUP

KINGS PRIORY SCHOOL

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