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title: "Cyber Security Assessment and Cyber Enhancement Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0682f8"
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published: "2026-04-15"
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# Cyber Security Assessment and Cyber Enhancement Services

Buyer: THE FINANCIAL REPORTING COUNCIL LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0682f8

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## Summary

The Financial Reporting Council Limited, based in London, UK, has successfully completed the procurement process for Cyber Security Assessment and Cyber Enhancement Services, awarding the contract to Pen Test Partners LLP. This contract falls under the category of Software Programming and Consultancy Services, specifically addressing the need for enhanced organisational security against AI-driven threats. The award took place within the Crown Commercial Services G-Cloud 14 Framework Agreement, with a contract duration of up to 24 months, starting March 2, 2026. The procurement method was direct, below the threshold, without competition, highlighting the importance and urgency of the requirement. The total contract value amounts to £156,300, with provisions for renewal and additional options for similar services.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in cybersecurity and software consultancy services, particularly those adept at handling AI threats. SMEs with a focus on cybersecurity can leverage this award as a case study to enhance their profiles and secure similar contracts in the future. The selection of Pen Test Partners LLP, an SME based in Buckingham, illustrates the potential for smaller firms to compete effectively if they possess specialised expertise and proven capability in cybersecurity services. As businesses increasingly prioritise digital resilience, opportunities within this sector are set to expand, encouraging growth for companies equipped to deliver robust security solutions.

## Notice

THIS IS A CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) requirement for Cyber Security Assessment and Cyber Enhancement services is being fulfilled by Pen Test Partners LLP. Cyber Security Assessment and Enhancement services are crucial for proactively identifying vulnerabilities, mitigating increasingly sophisticated AI driven threats, and strengthening organisational resilience. This is a call off Contract award under Crown Commercial Services G-Cloud 14 Framework Agreement RM1557.14 Initial term: 12 months, with one optional 12 month extension as permitted under G Cloud 14 (Lot 3). Total potential duration: up to 24 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034186-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Mar 2026 - 1 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £156,300 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE FINANCIAL REPORTING COUNCIL LIMITED |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 9GE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Blackwall & Cubitt Town |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PEN TEST PARTNERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

## Release History

- 15 Apr 2026 at 12:05 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034186-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034186-2026
  15th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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