---
title: "Cyber Defence Contract"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05e931"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "TYNE AND WEAR PASSENGER TRANSPORT EXECUTIVE T/A NEXUS"
published: "2026-03-25"
---

# Cyber Defence Contract

Buyer: TYNE AND WEAR PASSENGER TRANSPORT EXECUTIVE T/A NEXUS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e931

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Tyne and Wear Passenger Transport Executive T/A Nexus involves the award of a contract titled "Cyber Defence Contract" to Darktrace Holdings Limited for the renewal of network cyber security services. This contract falls under the industry category of goods, specifically the security software package, and takes place in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. The procurement utilised a direct method, categorised as below threshold without competition, and was completed on 25th March 2026. The contract began on 9th December 2025 and will continue until 8th December 2028, with financial details specifying a gross amount of £301,200 and a net amount of £251,000.

The award presents numerous opportunities for businesses specializing in cyber security services, particularly those experienced in network protection. Given the nature of the procurement, large enterprises such as those providing advanced cyber security solutions are ideally positioned to benefit from partnerships with public undertakings like Nexus. While direct procurement may limit opportunities for new entrants, firms capable of providing competitive, innovative technologies that enhance cyber defence systems are well-suited to explore similar avenues for business growth. Nexus's focus on utilities and its commitment to robust network security further underline the potential collaborations with businesses that can offer specialised security services.

## Notice

Award of contract to Darktrace Holdings Limited to support the renewal of network cyber security services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027194-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 9 Dec 2025 - 8 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £251,000 |
| Contracts value | £251,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TYNE AND WEAR PASSENGER TRANSPORT EXECUTIVE T/A NEXUS |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE4 5DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Arthur's Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DARKTRACE HOLDINGS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48730000 - Security software package

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2026 at 10:30 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027194-2026
- 26 Nov 2025 at 13:05 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077243-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027194-2026
  25th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077243-2025
  26th November 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://darktrace.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.nexus.org.uk/

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