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InfoSec assessment and delivery of InfoSec Strategy & Target Operating Model (TOR)

PENSION PROTECTION FUND

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13 Dec 2024 at 18:33

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Summary of the contracting process

The Pension Protection Fund (PPF) has successfully completed the procurement process for an InfoSec assessment and the delivery of an InfoSec Strategy & Target Operating Model (TOR). The contract, valued at £96,000, has been awarded to NCC GROUP SECURITY SERVICES LIMITED. The procurement, classified under the industry category of "Computer audit consultancy and hardware consultancy services" with additional classifications relevant to information technology strategic and requirements review services, took place in Croydon, England. The project is divided into two phases: Phase 1, starting on 1st January 2025, involves a Cyber Capability Review, while Phase 2, beginning on 1st April 2025, focuses on delivering an Information Security Strategy and TOR. The procurement method used was a direct single tender action below the threshold.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in information security consultancy and IT strategic review services. The contract's scope, covering comprehensive reviews and strategic planning, is well-suited for firms with substantial experience in cybersecurity and IT governance. Larger companies with robust resources and capabilities to deliver complex IT services, such as gap analyses and target operating models, would find this opportunity particularly advantageous. SMEs and VCSEs were not specifically prioritised for this tender, indicating a preference for well-established firms capable of meeting the project's extensive requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

InfoSec assessment and delivery of InfoSec Strategy & Target Operating Model (TOR)

Notice Description

The PPF has a need to review its information security across the entire organisation. To do this a two phase contract is required: Phase 1, commencing 1st January 2025 will provide a Cyber Capability Review by identifying the maturity of the PPFs capabilities & CISO needs. The review will include a gap analysis. Phase 2, commencing 1st April 2024 will include the delivery of a Information Security Strategy and Target Operating Model (TOR).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/35fffca4-e14d-4717-8c4a-50e6dc5604dc
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72150000 - Computer audit consultancy and hardware consultancy services

72222100 - Information systems or technology strategic review services

72223000 - Information technology requirements review services

72611000 - Technical computer support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£96,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£96,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PENSION PROTECTION FUND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CROYDON
Postcode
CR0 2NA
Post Town
Croydon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI62 Croydon
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Croydon
Electoral Ward
Fairfield
Westminster Constituency
Croydon West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NCC GROUP SECURITY SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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