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title: "Digital Forensics - Aggregated Software"
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# Digital Forensics - Aggregated Software

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3f2b77ba-987c-4a1e-aeee-cb3bcec2d9e8

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## Summary

The Department for Work and Pensions has completed the contracting process for a scalable digital forensics software procurement titled "Digital Forensics - Aggregated Software." This project falls under the IT services category, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, Internet, and support with a classification code of 72000000. The procurement process, managed through a selective method involving a call-off from a framework agreement, was concluded with a contract awarded to Trustmarque Solutions Limited. The contract, worth £18,000,000, will span from 15 June 2026 to 14 March 2031, with the primary delivery location being in Blackpool, United Kingdom.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in digital forensics and IT software solutions, particularly those offering scalable products suitable for large public sector frameworks. The focus on digital forensics software provides a niche opening for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to leverage their innovative capabilities in a competitive market largely dominated by larger firms. Businesses aiming to establish or expand their footprint in the public sector IT services category could greatly benefit from opportunities like this, fostering growth through engagement in substantial government contracts.

## Notice

Scalable contract for the acquisition of digital forensics software

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ed800c2-c93d-495c-88c8-acba30101477 |
| 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 | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 14 Jun 2026 - 14 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £28,800,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £18,000,000 |
| 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 WORK AND PENSIONS |
| Locality | BLACKPOOL |
| Post town | Blackpool |
| Postcode | FY4 5ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool |
| Local authority | Blackpool |
| Electoral ward | Stanley |
| Westminster constituency | Blackpool South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TRUSTMARQUE SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 15 Jun 2026 at 13:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ed800c2-c93d-495c-88c8-acba30101477

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ed800c2-c93d-495c-88c8-acba30101477
  15th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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