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UoB - Provision of Vulnerability Management Services - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bedfordshire has completed the procurement process for vulnerability management services, with the contract awarded to Phoenix Software Ltd. This procurement falls under the "Software package and information systems" industry category, with additional classification under "Miscellaneous software package and computer systems". The contract spans a period from 1st August 2024 to 31st July 2027, and will be serviced across multiple locations including the UK, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other international regions. The open procedure procurement method underlined the fairness and transparency of the tender process, which formally concluded with the award announcement on 24th June 2024.

This contract offers substantial growth opportunities for companies specialising in software solutions and cybersecurity. Businesses experienced in vulnerability management services stand to benefit significantly, considering the expansive geographical scope of the contract. While the procurement was conducted through an open procedure, it reflects a competitive environment where larger or more established firms, given the non-suitability for SMEs and VCSEs, are better positioned to compete. Engaging in such high-profile contracts can amplify a company's portfolio and reputation, fostering further growth and market penetration.

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Notice Title

UoB - Provision of Vulnerability Management Services - AWARD

Notice Description

Provision of Vulnerability Management Services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2ed138d4-0489-471c-b68b-3987bdf4a706
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/acee4dad-ba70-4fc9-b0cf-f1429f2345e9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£131,953 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jun 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 3JU
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOENIX SOFTWARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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