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Cyber Security Assessment and Cyber Enhancement Services

THE FINANCIAL REPORTING COUNCIL LIMITED

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15 Apr 2026 at 12:05

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Summary of the contracting process

The Financial Reporting Council Limited, based in London, UK, has successfully completed the procurement process for Cyber Security Assessment and Cyber Enhancement Services, awarding the contract to Pen Test Partners LLP. This contract falls under the category of Software Programming and Consultancy Services, specifically addressing the need for enhanced organisational security against AI-driven threats. The award took place within the Crown Commercial Services G-Cloud 14 Framework Agreement, with a contract duration of up to 24 months, starting March 2, 2026. The procurement method was direct, below the threshold, without competition, highlighting the importance and urgency of the requirement. The total contract value amounts to £156,300, with provisions for renewal and additional options for similar services.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in cybersecurity and software consultancy services, particularly those adept at handling AI threats. SMEs with a focus on cybersecurity can leverage this award as a case study to enhance their profiles and secure similar contracts in the future. The selection of Pen Test Partners LLP, an SME based in Buckingham, illustrates the potential for smaller firms to compete effectively if they possess specialised expertise and proven capability in cybersecurity services. As businesses increasingly prioritise digital resilience, opportunities within this sector are set to expand, encouraging growth for companies equipped to deliver robust security solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cyber Security Assessment and Cyber Enhancement Services

Notice Description

THIS IS A CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) requirement for Cyber Security Assessment and Cyber Enhancement services is being fulfilled by Pen Test Partners LLP. Cyber Security Assessment and Enhancement services are crucial for proactively identifying vulnerabilities, mitigating increasingly sophisticated AI driven threats, and strengthening organisational resilience. This is a call off Contract award under Crown Commercial Services G-Cloud 14 Framework Agreement RM1557.14 Initial term: 12 months, with one optional 12 month extension as permitted under G Cloud 14 (Lot 3). Total potential duration: up to 24 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0682f8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034186-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£156,300 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 1 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE FINANCIAL REPORTING COUNCIL LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 9GE
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Blackwall & Cubitt Town
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PEN TEST PARTNERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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