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title: "PS25364 - GovAssure Assessment"
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# PS25364 - GovAssure Assessment

Buyer: ICS ON BEHALF OF DSIT AND DESNZ  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9038ae43-ed73-499c-82f0-974e0f8556e1

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## Summary

The procurement process for GovAssure Assessment, facilitated by ICS on behalf of DSIT and DESNZ, has reached the award stage as of 25th March 2026. This project falls within the Research consultancy services sector (CPV code: 73210000) and covers multiple regions, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the Rest of the World. Conducted through a selective procurement method via a dynamic purchasing system, this tender provides a comprehensive GovAssure Assessment service to meet cybersecurity needs. The contract commenced on 13th March 2026 and concludes on 31st March 2026, indicating its concise timeline for service delivery.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs, by offering a pathway into high-demand consultancy services within the cybersecurity domain. Businesses with expertise in cybersecurity consultancy services are ideally suited to participate in similar future projects. The procurement exercise concluded with Actica Consulting Limited, an SME, being awarded the contract valued at £96,700, showcasing the opportunities for nimble businesses with specialised consultancy capabilities to secure government contracts. As demand continues for robust cybersecurity practices across diverse geographical areas, entities with relevant expertise can leverage such tenders to expand their market presence and establish long-term governmental partnerships.

## Notice

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a competitive procurement exercise. ICS had a requirement for the provision of GovAssure Assessment via RM3764.3 Cyber Security 3 DPS.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f943e35-3ca5-4924-a1be-08cebe799eb7 |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 13 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £96,700 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £96,700 |
| 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 | ICS ON BEHALF OF DSIT AND DESNZ |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ACTICA CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2026 at 16:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f943e35-3ca5-4924-a1be-08cebe799eb7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f943e35-3ca5-4924-a1be-08cebe799eb7
  25th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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