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title: "MSc Cyber Security"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a8f8"
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# MSc Cyber Security

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a8f8

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## Summary

The procurement process was initiated by the Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) located in London, United Kingdom, under the project titled "MSc Cyber Security." This tender falls under the services category, specifically staff training services, and covers multiple regions across the UK. As of the latest update, the procurement stage reached the award phase with the contract status marked as complete. The contract, signed on 29th May 2026, is set to run from 15th September 2026 to 15th September 2028, and involved a procurement method without competition, valuing the contract at £13,461. The process was conducted directly due to being below the threshold.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in postgraduate educational services, especially those focusing on cyber security. The awarded contract to the University of Liverpool demonstrates a demand for academic institutions proficient in designing and implementing secure digital systems. Businesses with capabilities in providing accredited qualifications and aligning with Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) standards may find this sector ripe for expansion and collaboration with government bodies like the DWP, facilitating growth in specialised educational services.

## Notice

Postgraduate level learning in cyber security, including secure systems, threat detection and risk management. Skills to design, implement and evaluate secure digital systems in practice. Application of security principles aligned to DDaT standards, including secure by design and risk mitigation. Prepared for specialist cyber security roles, supported by a BCS accredited postgraduate qualification. This UK7 is issued in correction of the previous UK7 notice 2026/S 000-050871 where the including VAT number was incorrect.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066761-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 14 Sep 2026 - 15 Sep 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £13,461 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS |
| Additional buyers | Missing |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 9NA |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80511000 - Staff training services

## Release History

- 15 Jul 2026 at 12:15 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066761-2026
- 15 Jul 2026 at 12:07 - ContractTermination - UK11 - Contract Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066758-2026
- 29 May 2026 at 12:55 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050871-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066761-2026
  15th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066758-2026
  15th July 2026 - Contract termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050871-2026
  29th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.liverpool.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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