Excite secures $2.9M federal regulator contract for digital forensics
Excite Technology Services Limited (ASX: EXT) has been awarded a $2.9 million contract by a Federal Government Regulator for the supply of technology and associated services. The contract runs over a term of 24 months.
Under the contract, wholly owned subsidiary CBIT Pty Ltd will supply “digital forensics and investigative analytics software and associated services” for a period of two years, ending September 2028.
The announcement states the award strengthens Excite’s standing as a trusted supplier of specialist solutions to Australian Government. The company has not named the Regulator, noting that the identity is not material of itself given the sensitive nature of the contract.
Key contract terms
The table below summarises the contract terms disclosed in the announcement dated 20 October 2026.
| Term | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total contract value | $2.9 million |
| Term | 24 months, ending September 2028 |
| Scope | Digital forensics and investigative analytics technology and associated services |
| Supplier | CBIT Pty Ltd (wholly owned subsidiary of Excite) |
Standard Federal Government terms
The contract has been entered into on standard Australian Federal Government terms. According to the announcement, these terms are standard for engagements with Australian Federal Government agencies and include:
- A right for the Regulator to terminate the contract at its discretion
- A right for the Regulator to vary the scope or quantum of the goods and services supplied under it, at its discretion
The announcement does not provide revenue phasing for the contract.
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Digital forensics explained: why regulators need it
Digital forensics is the process of collecting, preserving and analysing digital evidence to support investigations. Investigative analytics refers to using software to examine large volumes of data and identify information relevant to an inquiry.
Everyday examples of digital evidence include:
- Emails and messages
- Files stored on computers and phones
- Records of activity on networks and systems
The announcement states Excite’s offering “will support the investigative work of one of Australia’s most prominent regulators”. It does not detail how the Regulator will use the technology.
For investors, specialist capability and government trust are the factors that can matter in this segment of the market, as they may support credibility with public sector customers.
What the win means for Excite
CEO and Managing Director Bryan Saba described the award as a mark of confidence in the company.
Bryan Saba, CEO and Managing Director
“Being selected as the vendor of choice is a powerful vote of confidence in our people and our technology…”
Saba also said the engagement builds on the company’s existing government work.
Excite’s FY27 strategic pillars include Tier-1 contract wins, M&A and the development of a privately-owned forensic cyber centre in Canberra, which places a federal digital forensics award squarely within the company’s stated growth agenda.
“This engagement builds on our track record of delivering specialist technology solutions to government…”
The contract sits alongside Excite’s broader cybersecurity offering, which the company describes as including:
- Threat prevention
- Managed cloud and IT services
- Specialist digital forensics
- Incident response
- Forensic investigations
- Accredited training
Because the Regulator’s termination and variation rights are described as standard for Federal Government agency engagements, investors may wish to watch future company updates for how the contract contributes to revenue. The announcement provides no financial guidance.
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