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Further Competition under the CCS Cyber Security Services 3 Framework RM3764iii for a Penetration Testing Services Agreement

GATESHEAD COUNCIL

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02 Jun 2021 at 13:37

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is managed by Gateshead Council and involves a contract titled "Further Competition under the CCS Cyber Security Services 3 Framework RM3764iii for a Penetration Testing Services Agreement." This contract, classified under IT services consultancy, software development, and support, is located in Gateshead, North East England. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 2nd March 2021. The contract, valued at £90,000, commenced on 1st April 2021 and is scheduled to end on 31st March 2024.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses, particularly in the IT security sector, including those specialising in penetration testing and health check services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, as the contract evaluation can favour agile and innovative providers capable of delivering specialised services. Companies looking to expand their portfolio in IT consultancy and security services should consider this opportunity to establish or strengthen their presence within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Further Competition under the CCS Cyber Security Services 3 Framework RM3764iii for a Penetration Testing Services Agreement

Notice Description

Contract for IT Security Penetration and HealthCheck services for the duration of the agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/898246ff-ad08-4bfb-9781-c873b41c32fb
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 3-4 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
GATESHEAD COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE8 1HH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
Bridges
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FIDUS INFORMATION SECURITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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