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Penetration and Social Engineering Tests

BEDFORDSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE

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18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Summary of the contracting process

The Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service has initiated a tender for "Penetration and Social Engineering Tests" aimed at enhancing the security posture of both Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Services. The contract spans two years, with potential extensions for an additional three one-year terms, and is valued at £120,000. The procurement process follows an open procedure and is classified under IT services, specifically consulting and software development. The deadline for submissions was 28th August 2015, while the contract period commenced on 1st October 2015 and is set to conclude on 30th September 2020. The contract will be serviced in the East of England region, specifically in Bedford (MK42 7NR).

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the information security sector, particularly those that are ISO27001:2013 certified and specialise in penetration testing and social engineering services. SMEs in the cybersecurity field, as well as those offering computer-related services, would be well-suited to compete for this contract, providing them with the chance to secure a multi-year engagement with reputable public sector organisations while expanding their operational capacity and market presence.

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Notice Title

Penetration and Social Engineering Tests

Notice Description

To ensure both Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Services are fully secure against information security threats and vulnerabilities both Services require a two year contract with the possibility of a further three one year extensions with an ISO27001:2013 certified information security consultancy, to conduct annual penetration and social engineering tests.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b52c46db-4fd4-4e68-9354-f97828a0255e
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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

72500000 - Computer-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 2015Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2015 - 30 Sep 2020 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BEDFORDSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BEDFORD
Postcode
MK42 7NR
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH24 Bedford
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bedford
Electoral Ward
Kempston South
Westminster Constituency
Bedford

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