Planning

CyberFirst International

DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

09 Dec 2025 at 08:50

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
PlanningUpdate

02 Dec 2025 at 09:30

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
PlanningUpdate

21 Nov 2025 at 10:48

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

20 Nov 2025 at 15:13

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation & Technology is seeking interested parties for the CyberFirst International Programme, aimed at expanding the delivery of computer-related professional services abroad. The procurement process, currently in the planning stage, invites expressions of interest to serve as delivery partners in Canada, Japan, and Saudi Arabia. The tender is conducted as an open competition under a 'below threshold' procurement method. The tender period concludes on 26th January 2026, with the contract expected to commence on 24th March 2026 and run until 31st March 2027. Potential bidders must align with UK government priorities and obtain necessary approvals from relevant agencies.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for companies specialising in cybersecurity and educational content delivery, particularly those with a proven track record in implementing similar programmes domestically or internationally. Businesses proficient in developing partnership networks and accessing local funding channels can leverage this tender to establish or expand their international footprint. The tender encourages innovative solutions that support the UK’s TechFirst programme through revenue allocation, making it ideal for companies capable of balancing commercial viability with social impact. Participants are not guaranteed government funding for pilot activities, highlighting the importance of financial independence in project execution.

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Notice Information

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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e5b4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080876-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72590000 - Computer-related professional services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
22 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
dsit.dttgcbp@dsit.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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