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title: "Supply of a Penetration Testing Service"
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# Supply of a Penetration Testing Service

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1baa21e4-6fb7-4401-bb5a-fe737406c230

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Department for Business and Trade has reached the awarding stage. The contract is titled "Supply of a Penetration Testing Service" and is classified under "Computer audit and testing services", with delivery expected in London, United Kingdom. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period runs from 14th February 2026 to 13th February 2028, with the award status active from 11th February 2026. With a total value of £100,000, the process has been concluded with the award to Salus Digital Security Limited.

This tender provides opportunities for businesses specialising in computer audit and testing services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that are looking to expand their operations with government contracts. With the need for penetration testing and security solutions, companies within the cybersecurity industry could benefit significantly, as they could build stronger relationships with government agencies and expand their portfolio within the public sector. Such contracts offer SMEs a significant chance for visibility and growth within the UK market.

## Notice

Supply of a Penetration Testing Service

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/404404a1-178d-48ba-a7af-798c53ba01da |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 14 Feb 2026 - 13 Feb 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £100,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SALUS DIGITAL SECURITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72800000 - Computer audit and testing services

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2026 at 15:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/404404a1-178d-48ba-a7af-798c53ba01da

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/404404a1-178d-48ba-a7af-798c53ba01da
  4th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a90b0265-f859-4b90-bb52-03089fcf4660
  n/a

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