Planning

Ransomware Services

STUDENT LOANS COMPANY

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

10 Dec 2025 at 11:13

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

10 Dec 2025 at 11:07

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

10 Dec 2025 at 09:30

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Student Loans Company (SLC), a public authority within the central government of the United Kingdom, is currently in the planning stage for a contracting process titled "Ransomware Services." This procurement pertains to the computer support and consultancy services industry, specifically focusing on ransomware negotiation expertise. The process is classified as a selective procurement method, aimed at awarding a contract under a framework below the threshold. Key locations for this contract include the United Kingdom, and particularly Darlington. A notable deadline for interested parties is the 23rd of December 2025, by which pre-market questionnaires must be completed on Delta eSourcing. The proposed contract period is set to commence on 1st April 2026 and potentially extend until March 2028, showcasing a strategic approach in dealing with ransomware threats.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in business analysis consultancy services and computer support. It is an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to engage with a central government authority and contribute to critical cybersecurity needs. Companies with expertise in ransom negotiation, threat assessment, and communication management stand well-suited to compete for this tender. The procurement process's framework nature allows businesses to showcase their specialised services in a competitive yet structured environment, fostering relationships with governmental bodies and potentially leading to further collaborations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Ransomware Services

Notice Description

The Student Loans Company Limited (SLC) are undertaking Pre-Market Engagement with regards to the provision of Ransomware Negotiation Services. After an internal review by the SLC Major Incident Team (MIT) the SLC Chief Information Officer (CISO) wishes to investigate the engagement of a firm who can offer specialist ransom negotiation expertise to assess threat actor credibility, manage communications or advise on negotiation dynamics. It should be noted SLC withhold the right not to proceed with this activity if they decide. All values and duration on this page is to allow the publication of this notice only and should not be taken as agreed figures. All interested parties but complete the pre-market questionnaire published on Delta ESourcing no later than 12 noon 23rd December 2025. https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/buyers/tenders/viewTenderStatus.html?id=1000241371 Access Code : 8474VNHZW8

Planning Information

Please complete the questionnaire listed on the following Delta ESouring link by 23/12/2025 https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/buyers/select/viewListStatus.html?id=1000241382 Access Code : 8474VNHZW8

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f265
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081383-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - award under framework
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services

72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Dec 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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
STUDENT LOANS COMPANY
Contact Name
Kenneth_mckay@slc.co.uk
Contact Email
kenneth_mckay@slc.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL1 1RW
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Red Hall & Lingfield
Westminster Constituency
Darlington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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