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08 Jul 2026 at 07:57

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process involved ORBIT GROUP LIMITED as the buying organisation, which is a sub-central government public authority based in Coventry, United Kingdom. The contract, titled "Black/Grey Box External Infrastructure & Web Application Penetration Test," falls under the IT security software industry category, aimed at conducting vulnerability scanning and website testing. The procurement process has reached the Award stage, with the contract awarded on 1st June 2026 and active until 31st May 2027. This direct procurement method did not involve competition, as it was below the threshold. The contract value is GBP 12,120 gross, and the location of services is the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for firms specialising in cybersecurity and IT security services, particularly SMEs looking to leverage their technical expertise in penetration testing. Companies offering software packages and information systems can benefit from similar contracts, enhancing their portfolio within the public sector by engaging with government entities. Given the procurement method's direct nature, businesses with proven capabilities in specific niches, like penetration testing, can position themselves as go-to providers for future opportunities from ORBIT GROUP LIMITED and similar organisations.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Black/Grey Box External Infrastructure & Web Application Penetration Test

Notice Description

Scope document was shared and two service providers participated in the process and responded with the proposal. Pentest people were selected due to technical and financial viability. IT security software. Contract will be managed IT, and software will cover vulnerability scanning and two websites scanning. Service will be provided from UK.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c5c7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063911-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£10,100 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 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
ORBIT GROUP LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV3 2SU
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
Wyken
Westminster Constituency
Coventry East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WORKNEST CYBER

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