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Cyber Defence Contract

TYNE AND WEAR PASSENGER TRANSPORT EXECUTIVE T/A NEXUS

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26 Nov 2025 at 13:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Tyne and Wear Passenger Transport Executive T/A Nexus focuses on the renewal of network cyber security services, titled "Cyber Defence Contract". Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, this purchase falls under the goods category, specifically targeting the security software package industry. The process is currently in the award stage as of 26th November 2025, with the contract period set from 12th December 2025 to 11th December 2028. This procurement was conducted using a direct method "Below threshold - without competition", indicative of a specialised acquisition within the utilities sector.

This tender provides business growth opportunities particularly for enterprises involved in cybersecurity software solutions. Given the direct procurement approach, larger enterprises or those with significant capabilities in providing comprehensive cyber security services would find this contract appealing. However, the process also highlights suitability for SMEs, suggesting potential opportunities for smaller businesses that can offer niche, high-quality products. Businesses involved in developing innovative security software packages, especially those adaptable to public utility needs, would be well-suited to compete in similar future procurement opportunities.

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Notice Title

Cyber Defence Contract

Notice Description

Renewal of network cyber security services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e931
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077243-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48730000 - Security software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£251,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
12 Dec 2025 - 11 Dec 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TYNE AND WEAR PASSENGER TRANSPORT EXECUTIVE T/A NEXUS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@nexus.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE4 5DE
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Arthur's Hill
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DARKTRACE HOLDINGS

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