Scope
Reference
PRJ_5110
Description
The UK digital identity and attributes trust framework certification process is based on the ISO 17065
standard and has been 'recognised' by the UK Accreditation Service. Independent third-party organisations,
called conformity assessment bodies (CABs), have been authorised by DSIT to conduct conformity
assessment activities in this area as part of a pilot. The pilot process is expected to conclude this year, as
CABs obtain 'accreditation' from the UK Accreditation Service.
The purpose of this is to provide independent assurance activities that will help DSIT and CABs continuously
improve the certification scheme and connected processes, and to support implementation of changes as
required.
Total value (estimated)
- £80,000 excluding VAT
- £95,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 4 July 2025 to 31 March 2026
- Possible extension to 31 March 2028
- 2 years, 8 months, 28 days
Description of possible extension:
1 year +1 +1
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
13 June 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
30 June 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
3 July 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Personnel skills and experience | Quality | 30% |
| Delivery approach | Quality | 30% |
| Organisational Capabilities | Quality | 20% |
| Sectoral knowledge and expertise | Quality | 10% |
| Price | Cost | 10% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Justification for not publishing a preliminary market engagement notice
This was an urgent requirement
Contracting authority
Department for Science, Innovation & Technology
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVWZ-3216-PVQL
22 Whitehall
London
SW1A 2EG
United Kingdom
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - central government