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MSc Cyber Security

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS

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29 May 2026 at 12:55

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Department for Work & Pensions, focuses on delivering a postgraduate-level MSc in Cyber Security. This contract, which falls under the services category, has been awarded to the University of Liverpool. The procurement was undertaken via a direct method below the threshold without competition and is classified as complete. The contract commenced on the 15th of September 2026 and spans until the 15th of September 2028, with the total contract value being £1,615,320. The service is to be delivered across various regions in the United Kingdom, including London and Liverpool.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in professional education and training, particularly those with a focus on cyber security. Firms that can provide innovative, secure systems, threat detection, and risk management training aligned with government standards will find this contract ripe for business growth. Moreover, large-scale educational institutions and service providers competent in delivering specialised, accredited cybersecurity courses are well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. Engaging in such procurements could significantly enhance credibility and expand market reach in the public sector educational technology landscape.

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Notice Title

MSc Cyber Security

Notice Description

Postgraduate level learning in cyber security, including secure systems, threat detection and risk management. Skills to design, implement and evaluate secure digital systems in practice. Application of security principles aligned to DDaT standards, including secure by design and risk mitigation. Prepared for specialist cyber security roles, supported by a BCS accredited postgraduate qualification. Processed by SSCL

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a8f8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050871-2026
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
Large

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
£13,461 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20266 days ago
Contract Period
14 Sep 2026 - 15 Sep 2028 2-3 years
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

UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL

Further Information

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