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title: "CCS Cyber Security Services 3 (DPS) Stage 1 Capability Assessment"
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buyer: "METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE"
published: "2026-04-07"
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# CCS Cyber Security Services 3 (DPS) Stage 1 Capability Assessment

Buyer: METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cfa748dc-882e-47c4-9cfd-bb765edf9591

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## Summary

The Metropolitan Police Service is undertaking a procurement process titled "CCS Cyber Security Services 3 (DPS) Stage 1 Capability Assessment" focused on security software development services. The procurement utilises a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, with recent activity including a filtering and down-selection exercise on 7th April 2026. The location for service delivery is London, United Kingdom, and this procurement reaches the tender stage with a tender period ending on 15th April 2026. Services are expected to commence on 17th December 2026 and continue until 16th December 2030. The market engagement is suited for both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in security software development, particularly those capable of delivering robust solutions for critical infrastructure. The dynamic purchasing system allows for selective procurement, creating a competitive yet accessible environment for SMEs and VCSEs to demonstrate their capabilities. Companies that pass the Stage 1 Capability Assessment will advance to Stage 2, offering further opportunities to secure contracts within a prestigious organisation like the Metropolitan Police Service. With the procurement focusing on a long-term contract, participating businesses can leverage this opportunity to solidify their reputation and expand their footprint within the public sector.

## Notice

The filtering and down-selection exercise on the DPS took place on 07/04/2026. Suppliers who were shortlisted as a result have been invited to Stage 1 Capability Assessment on 07/04/26 and received an invite to sourcing event #2337 on COUPA. Suppliers who pass all questions in the Capability Assessment will then be invited to Stage 2, the Invitation to Tender.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb9d13b8-3a58-49b9-8d56-cb473ca729b3 |
| Notice type | Tender 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 | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | 5 Jan 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 17 Dec 2026 - 16 Dec 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North West London |
| Postcode | NW6 6LT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI72 Brent |
| Local authority | Brent |
| Electoral ward | Queens Park |
| Westminster constituency | Queen's Park and Maida Vale |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72212730 - Security software development services

## Release History

- 7 Apr 2026 at 12:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb9d13b8-3a58-49b9-8d56-cb473ca729b3
- 5 Dec 2025 at 10:39 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10b50ea6-45ff-4c5d-95aa-6d9b704eca50

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb9d13b8-3a58-49b9-8d56-cb473ca729b3
  7th April 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10b50ea6-45ff-4c5d-95aa-6d9b704eca50
  5th December 2025 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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