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Cyber Security & Penetration Testing Services

COMPETITION AND MARKETS AUTHORITY

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23 Aug 2024 at 13:32

Summary of the contracting process

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has recently completed a selective procurement process for "Cyber Security & Penetration Testing Services" aimed at supporting current and future projects. Classified within the computer-related professional services industry (CPV: 72590000), the contract covers a duration from 27 August 2024 to 26 August 2026 and has been awarded to Prism Infosec. The procurement method was a call-off from a framework agreement, with key deadlines including the tender period ending on 12 June 2024. The services will be delivered primarily to the address with the postal code E14 4QZ in London.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in cyber security and IT services, particularly those capable of providing high-quality penetration testing. Although the tender was not specifically targeted at SMEs or VCSEs, larger enterprises or specialist firms like Prism Infosec, which have extensive experience in the domain, stand to benefit. Winning such contracts can enhance a company's portfolio, establish significant relationships with government bodies, and provide steady business growth within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Cyber Security & Penetration Testing Services

Notice Description

The provision of Cyber Security and Penetration Testing for current and future CMA projects.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-39ad1eb7-d383-4e71-989c-bd7444139f90
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b8c0ff0-9c85-4eed-a79b-acc29915a942
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72590000 - Computer-related professional services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£63,750 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£63,750 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
26 Aug 2024 - 26 Aug 2026 1-2 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
COMPETITION AND MARKETS AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC1B 4AD
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Bloomsbury
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PRISM INFOSEC

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