IT & Cybersecurity Tenders UK
Find government IT contracts, managed services, software, cybersecurity, and digital transformation tenders across all five UK procurement portals — in one search.
Types of IT contracts in UK public sector
UK public sector buyers procure across the full IT stack. PSIP monitors every category daily across all five portals.
Managed IT Services
CPV 72500000
End-to-end IT managed services, service desk, infrastructure management, and outsourced IT operations for councils, NHS trusts, and central government. Typically high value with 3-5 year terms.
Cybersecurity
CPV 72212517
Penetration testing, security operations centre (SOC) services, vulnerability management, Cyber Essentials certification support, SIEM, and security consultancy across all public sector bodies.
Software & SaaS
CPV 48000000
COTS software licences, SaaS platforms, ERP systems, document management, and bespoke software development for public sector. G-Cloud is the primary route for cloud software.
Digital Transformation
CPV 72000000
Digital strategy, agile delivery, user research, service design, and legacy system migration. Central government buyers use Digital Outcomes (DOS) frameworks for these services.
Hardware & Infrastructure
CPV 30000000
Servers, storage, networking equipment, end user devices, and data centre infrastructure. Technology Products framework (RM6098) is the main CCS route.
Connectivity & Telecoms
CPV 64200000
Wide area network (WAN), broadband, mobile, unified communications, and public sector network (PSN) connectivity. Crown Hosting and PSN frameworks are key routes.
Key CPV codes for IT tenders
Set PSIP alerts using these CPV codes to catch every relevant IT contract — even those with vague or generic titles. See our CPV code guide for the full list.
72000000
IT Services
72200000
Software Programming
72300000
Data Services
72500000
Computer-Related Services
48000000
Software Packages
30000000
IT Equipment
72212517
IT Security Software
64200000
Telecom Services
Key IT procurement frameworks
Most UK public sector IT spend flows through CCS frameworks. Getting on the right frameworks is the fastest route to winning government IT work.
The main CCS framework for cloud software, platforms, and infrastructure. Buyers can direct award without a further competition. Renewed annually with no minimum contract value. Essential for any cloud or SaaS supplier targeting public sector.
The main CCS framework for digital outcomes, specialists, and user research. Buyers run further competitions for specific requirements. Covers agile delivery, data science, security, and digital operations.
CCS framework for hardware, software, and associated services. Covers laptops, servers, storage, networking, and associated support. Widely used by NHS, councils, and government departments.
CCS framework specifically for cybersecurity services including penetration testing, SOC, security consultancy, and managed detection and response. Faster route to market than open tender for cyber buyers.
CCS framework for co-location data centre services for central government. A key route for suppliers offering managed hosting, colocation, and data centre transition services.
PSIP tracks all 100+ active CCS technology frameworks with expiry dates and call-off notices. See our CCS Frameworks guide.
How PSIP helps IT & cyber suppliers
Daily IT tender alerts
Get matched IT and cyber contracts delivered to your inbox every morning, filtered by CPV code, keyword, and buyer. Never miss a relevant opportunity.
Framework call-off tracking
See G-Cloud direct awards, DOS further competitions, and Cyber Security Services call-offs the day they are published — before most suppliers know they exist.
Contract expiry intelligence
Identify IT contracts expiring in the next 90-365 days. Approach buyers before re-tender notices are published and get ahead of the competition.
Guides for IT & cyber suppliers
How to Win IT Contracts in the UK Public Sector
Framework GuideHow to Get on G-Cloud — Complete Guide for Technology Suppliers
ComplianceWhat is Cyber Essentials and Do You Need It to Bid?
Frequently asked questions
How do I find IT tenders from UK public sector buyers?
UK public sector IT contracts are published across five portals: Find a Tender (above-threshold, UK-wide), Contracts Finder (England all values), Public Contracts Scotland, Sell2Wales, eTendersNI, and G-Cloud (direct awards). PSIP aggregates all five into one searchable database with keyword and CPV code alerts.
What is the CPV code for IT services in UK government tenders?
72000000 is the primary CPV code for IT services. Sub-codes include 72200000 (software programming), 72300000 (data services), 72500000 (computer-related services), and 48000000 (software packages). Using CPV codes in your PSIP alerts ensures you catch all relevant contracts regardless of how the buyer has titled the notice.
Do I need to be on G-Cloud to win public sector IT contracts?
No, but G-Cloud significantly increases your chances for cloud software and services. Many buyers prefer the direct award route via G-Cloud because it saves procurement time. For bespoke development, managed services, and hardware, open tenders via Find a Tender and Contracts Finder are more common.
What is the minimum value for a UK government IT tender?
There is no minimum. Contracts Finder publishes England IT contracts above £12,000. Find a Tender covers UK-wide IT contracts above approximately £139,688. Many smaller IT contracts — particularly from councils and NHS trusts — appear only on local portals or via G-Cloud direct awards.
How do I get Cyber Essentials accreditation to bid for government contracts?
Cyber Essentials is required for many central government IT contracts. It is a government-backed scheme with two levels: Cyber Essentials (self-assessed) and Cyber Essentials Plus (independently verified). Accreditation is provided by licensed certification bodies. The certification typically costs £300-£500 for Cyber Essentials and £1,500-£3,000 for Cyber Essentials Plus.
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