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14 Jul 2026 at 08:29

Summary of the contracting process

In this public procurement process, Satellite Applications Catapult Limited, a public undertaking based in Didcot, United Kingdom, sought to secure a service provider for a "Cyber Security Training Platform". This procurement, operating under a direct method and classified as below threshold without competition, has progressed to the award stage. The concluded contract entails the provision of software supply services aimed at enhancing cyber security through mandatory training for staff, thereby reducing risks such as phishing incidents. The procurement process adheres to the legal framework of UKPGA 2023/54. The Cyber Security Training Platform was awarded to SoSafe SE, a large-scale supplier based in Cologne, Germany. The contract, valued at €31,500 (net), spans a period from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2029.

Opportunities for business growth arise significantly from this contract due to its focus on cyber security training, an area in increasing demand as organisations strive to protect themselves against evolving digital threats. Businesses specialising in software supply services or those offering innovative security-related solutions are well-suited to compete in similar public procurement opportunities. For companies entering this sector, staying updated on threshold policies and procurement methods can offer a competitive advantage, potentially allowing for strategic positioning in the market. Collaborations with public undertakings like Satellite Applications Catapult Limited could further provide access to expansive networks and enhance credibility in the cyber security industry.

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Notice Title

Cyber Security Training Platform

Notice Description

Provides mandatory cyber security training to all staff and the analytics demonstrate the impact that the training has on reduced risk of phishing and other cyber related incidents.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ca58
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065925-2026
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

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


CPV Codes

72268000 - Software supply services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£31,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DIDCOT
Postcode
OX11 0QR
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Electoral Ward
Hendreds
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOSAFE

Further Information

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