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Provision of Virtual CISO

GLOBAL COMMERCIAL SERVICES GROUP

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27 May 2026 at 12:13

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement processed by the Global Commercial Services Group, a sub-central government public authority located in West Malling, UK, concluded with the awarding of a contract for the "Provision of Virtual CISO" services. This opportunity falls under the services category specifically related to IT services, such as consulting, software development, and support. The contract was awarded to Evolve North Ltd, an SME based in Durham, on 27th May 2026. The procurement was conducted through a limited method below the threshold for competition, indicating a more selective process. The contract period commences on 28th May 2026 and is set to run for one year, with a possible extension for an additional 12 months.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in cybersecurity and IT consulting. Businesses with expertise in providing strategic cyber security leadership and support aligned with business objectives are particularly well-suited for such contracts. It also represents potential for SMEs like Evolve North Ltd to expand their service offerings and client base within the public sector. Companies in similar fields should focus on leveraging their capabilities in cybersecurity to meet specific organisational needs, positioning themselves as viable candidates for future contracts with government entities.

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Notice Title

Provision of Virtual CISO

Notice Description

Service to provide strategic cyber security leadership tailored to our organisation. Expert support for our internal team, providing services to help strengthen our security posture and align with our business objectives.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a622
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049639-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited 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

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£54,492 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 May 2026 - 27 May 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GLOBAL COMMERCIAL SERVICES GROUP
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MALLING
Postcode
ME19 4YT
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ46 West Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tonbridge and Malling
Electoral Ward
Kings Hill
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EVOLVE NORTH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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