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title: "Information and Cyber Security Professional Services"
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# Information and Cyber Security Professional Services

Buyer: PENSION PROTECTION FUND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e6a5f837-75c2-4314-a966-6185dab75e89

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Pension Protection Fund involves a contract for "Information and Cyber Security Professional Services" within the IT services sector, classified under CPV code 72000000. This contract, which follows a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement, was awarded to Inavate Consulting Ltd. The services are to support the Pension Protection Fund in information security audits. The contract, valued at £122,400, commenced on 1st August 2022, with possible extensions allowing for completion by 31st July 2026. The procurement stage is currently in the award phase, with key locations specified including the United Kingdom alongside various international territories. While the tender period concluded on 25th July 2022, the agreement has now been extended into its final stage.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in information and cyber security services, particularly those adept in offering consulting, software development, and internet support. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are especially suitable to engage, given the framework's design to accommodate such entities. Engaging in this contractual work not only allows eligible businesses to strengthen relationships with public sector organisations but also augments their portfolio in a vibrant sector with global implications. These professional services will enable suppliers to demonstrate expertise, potentially leading to further collaborations and increased recognition in the broader IT industry.

## Notice

G-Cloud 12 contract - Professional services to support the PPF in preparation for information security audits carried out throughout each year. 2+1+1 agreement with extension options available until July 2026. Contract awarded 2022 with initial term to 2024 this notice confirms extension of the third year to 2025 with a maximum term available to 2026. Notice updated as agreement extended into final year option as stated above.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74ff68dd-f14c-41d2-9fa5-f52f1ba0225b |
| 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 | 25 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jul 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jul 2022 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2022 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £122,400 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £122,400 |
| 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 | PENSION PROTECTION FUND |
| Locality | CROYDON |
| Post town | Croydon |
| Postcode | CR0 2NA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI6 Outer London - South |
| ITL 3 | TLI62 Croydon |
| Local authority | Croydon |
| Electoral ward | Fairfield |
| Westminster constituency | Croydon West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 25 Jun 2025 at 08:16 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74ff68dd-f14c-41d2-9fa5-f52f1ba0225b
- 25 Apr 2024 at 17:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74ff68dd-f14c-41d2-9fa5-f52f1ba0225b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74ff68dd-f14c-41d2-9fa5-f52f1ba0225b
  25th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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