prj_6431 - Cable Landing Station Security Guidance

DSIT

Published: Mar 26, 2026

Updated: Jun 14, 2026

Source: uk_contracts_finder

This tender has been awarded

Awarded to LEADING MANAGEMENT SERVICES LTD T/A LMS Security — £92,400

About This Opportunity

Award notice from DSIT (United Kingdom) — prj_6431 - Cable Landing Station. defense. Awarded to LEADING MANAGEMENT SERVICES LTD (GBP 92K, Mar 2026).

This is a services contract in the Defense and education and training sectors. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 92,400.

Published through UK Contracts Finder, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the Defense sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.

Description

Undersea cables carry 99%+ of the UK's international internet traffic. These high-capacity data flows underpin the UK's digital economy, national security, and global communications. Cable landing stations (CLS) are a critical part of the UK's subsea telecommunication cable network, acting as the physical interface between undersea cables and terrestrial infrastructure. Due to their strategic importance, CLS are high-value targets for both physical and cyber threats. The Government is committed to strengthening the security of UK cable landing stations.

To support this work, we intend to commission an accredited security consultancy to produce security guidance for CLS operators. This work will be jointly overseen by DSIT, the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA).. CPV: Research services (73110000). Procedure: Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. Suitable for SMEs

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK Contracts Finder and was originally published on March 26, 2026. Last refreshed 12 days ago. Reference: tender_515922/1563396. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About DSIT

DSIT has issued 122 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 0 currently open and 118 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, Education & Training, and Research & Innovation. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK Contracts Finder. Most recent publication: June 9, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

How much was the contract awarded for?

LEADING MANAGEMENT SERVICES LTD T/A LMS Security was awarded the contract for £92,400. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK Contracts Finder to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference tender_515922/1563396 when communicating with the contracting authority.

Is this tender still open?

No — the contract has already been awarded to LEADING MANAGEMENT SERVICES LTD T/A LMS Security. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by DSIT in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Defense & Military sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.