---
title: "Penetration Testing Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06dad3"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOUTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-08-04"
---

# Penetration Testing Service

Buyer: SOUTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06dad3

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## Summary

The procurement process for a Penetration Testing Service, under the management of South Tyneside Borough Council, has reached the award stage. This contract, identified as I9089, is part of the services industry category and involves addressing network management software services needs. The procurement, executed under a limited competition process, was successfully awarded to Sapphire Technologies Limited. It covers a service period from 25th August 2026 to 24th August 2027. The contract, which includes the option for additional consultancy days, is valued at £38,400 GBP gross.

Businesses specialising in cybersecurity services, particularly those focusing on network management, will find significant growth potential through this contract. With a focus on securing digital infrastructure, firms offering advanced cybersecurity solutions will be well-placed to compete in similar future tenders. This opportunity is particularly suited for SMEs like Sapphire Technologies Limited, offering specialised technical expertise in the UK region, reinforcing their market presence in sub-central public administration sectors.

## Notice

40 days SSA Call off Testing - Penetration Testing

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073554-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Aug 2026 |
| Contract period | 24 Aug 2026 - 24 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £32,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOUTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | SOUTH SHIELDS |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE33 2RL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | South Tyneside |
| Electoral ward | Beacon and Bents |
| Westminster constituency | South Shields |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SAPPHIRE TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72511000 - Network management software services

## Release History

- 4 Aug 2026 at 10:06 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073554-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073554-2026
  4th August 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.sapphire.net
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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