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title: "Fraud Prevention Centre - Security"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-846c4e52-cd0d-4026-a519-1eb0c7860212"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS"
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# Fraud Prevention Centre - Security

Buyer: H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-846c4e52-cd0d-4026-a519-1eb0c7860212

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## Summary

The recent procurement process led by H M Revenue & Customs, based in London, concluded with the awarding of a contract titled "Fraud Prevention Centre - Security". This procurement, under the industry category of IT services, consulting, software development, Internet and support, was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £960,000, will run from 22nd August 2025 to 31st March 2026. The tender period ended on 21st August 2025, and the contract was officially awarded on 22nd August 2025 to Ernst & Young Limited. The procurement stage is complete with the award status marked as active, ensuring timely inception of services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating within the IT services sector, particularly those experienced in consulting and software development. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could find this contract advantageous due to the specified suitability of such businesses in the tender details. The focus on fraud prevention alongside IT consultancy and support services implies that companies with expertise in these areas will be well-positioned to benefit and potentially expand their service offerings within the government sector as partners in similar future procurements. This growth potential is particularly relevant for businesses seeking to establish or expand their footprint in public sector procurements in the United Kingdom. Additionally, engagement in such contracts can enhance a firm's reputation and open further opportunities for collaboration with major entities like H M Revenue & Customs.

## Notice

Call off contract to support the development of HMRC's Fraud Prevention strategy.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ad56f94-7d9c-4984-93a7-e9f52a9c02ad |
| 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 | 8 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 25 Aug 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £960,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £960,000 |
| 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 | H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Southend-on-Sea |
| Postcode | SS99 1AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH31 Southend-on-Sea |
| Local authority | Southend-on-Sea |
| Electoral ward | Victoria |
| Westminster constituency | Southend East and Rochford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ERNST & YOUNG |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 8 Sep 2025 at 09:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ad56f94-7d9c-4984-93a7-e9f52a9c02ad

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ad56f94-7d9c-4984-93a7-e9f52a9c02ad
  8th September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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