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INTERNET INVESTIGATION AND INTELLIGENCE Practitioner 1

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS

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29 Apr 2026 at 10:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work & Pensions, located in London, has completed a procurement process for the "INTERNET INVESTIGATION AND INTELLIGENCE Practitioner 1" workshop under the 'Staff training services' industry category. VESTIGO CONSULTING LIMITED, headquartered in Liverpool, has been awarded the contract to deliver this four-day training session at their premises. Spanning from 28 April 2026 to 1 August 2026, the workshop is designed for 12 staff members and aims to provide comprehensive skills in online investigation and intelligence gathering. This procurement was executed using a direct method, below threshold and without competition, aligning with legal regulations as set out in UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in staff training services, particularly those specialising in online investigation and intelligence. Medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in internet security and investigation are well-suited to benefit from such procurement opportunities in the future. Organisations that can offer innovative solutions and methodologies for online operations, digital evidence handling, and OSINT tradecraft are positioned to expand their market presence by focusing on similar government contracts. The diverse regional delivery scope across the United Kingdom enhances the potential reach and impact for participating businesses.

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Notice Title

INTERNET INVESTIGATION AND INTELLIGENCE Practitioner 1

Notice Description

INTERNET INVESTIGATION AND INTELLIGENCE Practitioner 1. 4-day workshop for 12 staff to be delivered in the classroom at the Supplier premises. The 4 day Internet Investigation and Intelligence -Practitioner 1 starts with an introduction to online investigation and intelligence gathering and the covering essential underpinning knowledge required to operate online effectively. The learners look at the tools and equipment required, online deployment methodology and evidence capture. Learners will receive inputs into the relevant legislation associated with online investigation and how to operate both overtly and covertly when required. The course is then crammed with OSINT tradecraft to arm learners with as much knowledge as possible for effective investigation and intelligence gathering in their operational roles. The course also promotes a heuristic learning style, encouraging learners to explore and discover with confidence in the online space, so their learning does not stop when the course closes. Investigative Skills * Defining the role of an Internet Investigator * Safe & Secure Online Operations * Awareness of digital footprint and obfuscation techniques * Robust Deployment Methodology * Legislation and Ethics for Ill * Gathering Internet & Web content as Digital Evidence * Digital exhibit handling * Techniques for Online Surveillance * Investigation Persona/Profile Tradecraft * Attribution Methodology OSINT Tradecraft * Advanced Wed Search Techniques * Technical Website Investigation * Social Media research and investigation techniques * Image and Video file analysis * Online Database Research Processed by SSCL

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068db6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039044-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80511000 - Staff training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£11,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 Apr 2026 - 1 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9NA
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
1
Supplier Name

VESTIGO CONSULTING

Further Information

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