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title: "Illicit knowledge sharing on online marketplaces and offender forums"
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# Illicit knowledge sharing on online marketplaces and offender forums

Buyer: HOME OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-71f10efe-03af-4853-958f-765709c22f0e

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## Summary

The procurement process for the project titled "Illicit knowledge sharing on online marketplaces and offender forums," overseen by the Home Office, has reached the award stage. This procurement falls under the "services" category, specifically economic research services, and is located in London, United Kingdom. The contract, valued at £209,000, was awarded on 6th November 2025 to RAND Europe CIC. The contract begins on 7th November 2025 and is set to conclude on 6th November 2026. The process utilised a selective procurement method through a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, and was designed to accommodate SMEs and VCSEs, showcasing a commitment to inclusivity for smaller and social enterprises.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in economic research services, particularly those experienced in tackling cyber and economic crime. As the project involves tutorials, DIY guides, and support services, firms that specialise in digital security research and consultancy will find strong potential for growth and collaboration. The selective nature of the procurement method ensures that capable and specialised firms have a fair chance of competing, especially those within the SME and VCSE sectors. Such businesses are encouraged to engage in similar public procurement opportunities to expand their reach and capabilities in the service sector.

## Notice

Illicit knowledge sharing on online marketplaces and offender forums Tutorials, DIY guides and support services for cyber and economic crime

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb67e6eb-e5ae-4373-9f3a-0ded7e3814d7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Nov 2025 - 6 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £209,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £209,000 |
| 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 | HOME OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| 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 | RAND EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79311400 - Economic research services

## Release History

- 19 Nov 2025 at 13:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb67e6eb-e5ae-4373-9f3a-0ded7e3814d7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb67e6eb-e5ae-4373-9f3a-0ded7e3814d7
  19th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/69a5c769-372b-4b30-9186-5e5df92656db
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