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Enterprise cyber security awareness and phishing simulation platform licence

LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN

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11 Jun 2026 at 10:51

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Camden is currently in the tender stage for procuring an Enterprise cyber security awareness and phishing simulation platform licence, specifically the Hoxhunt platform. This competitive flexible procedure seeks to uphold the borough's cyber security and organisational resilience programme. Relevant to the IT services industry, the contract will be delivered across various UK regions, ensuring compliance with the latest cyber security standards. Critical dates include an expression of interest deadline on 23rd June 2026, with the submission of Stage 2 responses required by 3rd July 2026. The current contract expires on 16th July 2026, after which the new service period begins from 17th July 2026 through 16th July 2029.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, consulting, and software development, particularly those with experience in cyber security solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process allows for up to five submissions. Successful bidders who navigate the two-stage evaluation will benefit from gaining a foothold in the public sector while enhancing their portfolio with a three-year contract valued at £150,000. By partnering with a recognisable public authority like the London Borough of Camden, companies can significantly uplift their market reputation and growth potential within the cyber security domain.

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Notice Title

Enterprise cyber security awareness and phishing simulation platform licence

Notice Description

The London Borough of Camden is seeking proposals through a competitive flexible procedure process for the procurement of its Hoxhunt Enterprise cyber security awareness and phishing simulation platform licence. Camden currently uses Hoxhunt as part of its cyber security and organisational resilience programme to improve staff awareness, reduce susceptibility to phishing attacks, and support compliance with cyber security best practice and regulatory obligations. The current contract expires on 16th July 2026 and the supplier will provide continuity of service, ongoing user licensing, platform support, reporting capability, and access to the latest platform functionality and threat simulation content.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b2bf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055127-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Jul 2026 - 16 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC1H 9JE
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
King's Cross
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

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