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title: "Provision of Vulnerability Tool - AWARDED CONTRACT"
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# Provision of Vulnerability Tool - AWARDED CONTRACT

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ebd5ccbd-226a-4709-9e64-ac2963ee39ee

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## Summary

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT), located in London, England, has completed the procurement process for the provision of a cloud-based vulnerability scanning tool, aimed at enhancing its cybersecurity capabilities. This initiative is part of DBT's strategic efforts to improve cyber resilience and comply with security standards. The contracted service provider is Specialist Computer Centres Plc, scheduled to deliver the security software package from 30 June 2025 to 28 June 2026. The procurement method used was a selective call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract valued at £149,571.01. This contract spans multiple regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in cybersecurity and software solutions, particularly those with the capacity to deliver large-scale services. While the awarded contract is aimed at a large business such as Specialist Computer Centres Plc, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) could also find opportunities by providing specialised or niche cybersecurity solutions that complement the broader framework. Companies in the tech and cybersecurity industries looking to expand their government contract portfolio should consider aligning their services with such procurement needs and frameworks to facilitate business growth.

## Notice

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has procured a cloud-based vulnerability scanning solution to strengthen its cybersecurity capabilities. The tool will support the identification and management of security vulnerabilities across DBT's digital infrastructure, replacing previous manual and fragmented processes. This procurement forms part of DBT's broader efforts to enhance cyber resilience and align with relevant security standards.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76a151b6-ab0a-4589-b255-042f3635a2e6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 26 Jun 2025 - 28 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £149,571 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £149,571 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2BL |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48730000 - Security software package

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2025 at 09:15 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76a151b6-ab0a-4589-b255-042f3635a2e6
- 21 Jul 2025 at 09:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76a151b6-ab0a-4589-b255-042f3635a2e6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76a151b6-ab0a-4589-b255-042f3635a2e6
  21st July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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