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Project MARS Threat Intelligence Testing

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

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30 Aug 2019 at 11:36

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care is seeking suppliers for the tender titled "Project MARS Threat Intelligence Testing". This procurement process falls under the services category, specifically focusing on computer support and consultancy services, with key components involving computer audit and testing services. The tender is currently in the active stage, with a submission deadline set for 20th September 2019. The estimated contract value is £55,000, and the contract term will commence on 2nd October 2019 and conclude on 31st March 2020. Interested suppliers must accept the non-disclosure agreement prior to accessing full tender documents.

This opportunity could significantly benefit businesses operating within the IT security and consultancy sectors, particularly those specialising in threat intelligence and computer auditing. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, providing a chance to expand their market reach and capabilities in government contracting. This tender not only facilitates financial growth but also fosters strategic partnerships within the public procurement landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Project MARS Threat Intelligence Testing

Notice Description

The Department of Health and Social Care is looking to procure Threat Intelligence Testing. This is a sensitive project and suppliers are required to sign a non-disclosure agreement prior to accessing the full suite of tender documents. If you are interested in this opportunity, please sign and return the NDA (which can be found under the ITT), via the e-tendering system messaging service. You will then be provided with the relevant documentation to enable you to develop a response.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-593a9501-7128-438c-98e5-df7f601f085b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/60c45339-1606-448f-a2a6-38bb7ba133a6
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

72800000 - Computer audit and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£55,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Aug 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Sep 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2019 - 31 Mar 2020 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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