Award

Greater Manchester Cyber Foundry (GMCF) - AWARD

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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07 May 2021 at 14:46

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester is currently engaged in a public procurement process titled "Greater Manchester Cyber Foundry (GMCF) - AWARD." This project falls under the research and development services category and is situated in Manchester, North West England. The procurement stage is at the award level, with the contract awarded on 7th May 2021. The total value of the awarded contract is £72,000, comprising professional services aimed at enhancing business productivity through cyber security. The contract period commenced on 30th April 2021 and extends until 31st January 2022.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in professional services, particularly those focusing on cyber security and technological innovation. The initiative aims to provide structured, needs-based technical interventions, making it an ideal prospect for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate expertise in crafting tailored cyber security solutions. Firms ready to engage in collaborative efforts to support the growth of local businesses in the cyber security domain will be well-positioned to compete for similar future contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Greater Manchester Cyber Foundry (GMCF) - AWARD

Notice Description

The University of Manchester (UoM) require a supplier to provide Professional Services to support the University in delivering a minimum of six structured, needs-based technical interventions that will equip participating businesses to grow their businesses through innovative cyber security. The technical development will enable the supported businesses beyond awareness and accelerate them down the path to greater productivity with cyber security built into the business processes. These intervention projects will act as a showcase for business growth through cyber security and for the community at large. The appointment will be by means of competitive tender in line with the Interpretative Communication and the relevant guidance set out in the National ESIF Procurement Requirements ESIF-GN-1-001, Version 7. Date published 15 September 2020. The total value of all services for this project will not exceed (PS100K including VAT).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-798a06b0-a7fa-4818-beb7-caa40c52cfb2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5b1c217-f693-4b09-9b05-9afb1b3f2a9c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£72,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 May 20214 years ago
Contract Period
29 Apr 2021 - 31 Jan 2022 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
THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contact Name
Procurement Office
Contact Email
procurement@manchester.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01612752160

Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASHIRE
Postcode
M13 9PL
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLACKSMITHS GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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