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TLS & PKI

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS

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25 Jun 2026 at 10:39

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work & Pensions, located in London, has concluded a procurement process titled "TLS & PKI," focused on staff training services in digital security, specifically SSL/TLS and Internet PKI. The procurement falls under the services category and covers multiple UK regions, including London, and was conducted through a direct procurement method below threshold without competition. This contract, in the award stage, was signed on 25th June 2026 and is scheduled to be active from 26th June 2026 to 1st November 2026, with a total value of £21,600.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses that specialise in IT and digital security training. Particularly, firms with a focus on delivering comprehensive workshops on encryption technologies and internet security will find this contract valuable. Small and medium enterprises with proven experience in similar projects are well-suited to compete, particularly those that can provide virtual training solutions across the UK, like the awarded supplier, Progression Development Ltd.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TLS & PKI

Notice Description

TLS & PKI. Previous Experience This supplier has previously delivered this workshop with proven results that are fully in line with Digital's strategy, direction and vision to deliver the requirements needed. It is critical that the same supplier is used, not only due to the excellent feedback received but also for consistent of learning amongst Practice members. Course Overview 'Best TLS Training' is designed to allow learners to understand both the theory and practice of SSL/TLS and Internet PKI. Designed by the author of the much acclaimed Bulletproof SSL and TLS, this practical training course teaches delegates how to deploy secure servers and encrypted web applications and understand both the theory and practice of Internet PKI. Objectives 1.Understand threats and attacks against encryption 2.Identify real risks that apply to DWP systems 3.Deploy servers with strong private keys and valid certificates 4.Deploy TLS configurations with strong encryption and forward secrecy 5.Understand higher-level attacks against web applications 6.Use the latest defence technologies, such as HSTS, CSP, and HPKP 7.Learn about key PKI standards and formats 8. Understand where practice differs from theory 9.Analyse certificate lifecycle in detail 10.Evaluate PKI weaknesses and how they affect you 11.Deploy robust protection using public key pinning 12.Learn about what's coming in the future 13.Opportunity to interactively practise what Learners have studied. Method of Delivery Online/Virtual Processed by SSCL

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bcea
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059777-2026
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
£18,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
25 Jun 2026 - 1 Nov 2026 1-6 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
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

PROGRESSION DEVELOPMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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