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Penetration Testing

UNIVERSITY OF YORK

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16 Apr 2024 at 13:55

Summary of the contracting process

The University of York has awarded a contract for Penetration Testing services to Cyberis Limited. The procurement method used was selective, with a tender period ending on September 13, 2023. The contract duration is from February 19, 2024, to February 18, 2026. The contract's total value is £375,000, and the main procurement category is services. The procurement process was initiated as a tender, and the award status is active.

This contract presents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in computer testing services to engage in a partnership with the University of York. As the University aims to improve its cyber security posture and reduce vulnerabilities, businesses experienced in penetration testing and cyber security solutions would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The location of the contract is in Yorkshire and the Humber region, offering local businesses the chance to contribute to enhancing the University's security measures.

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Notice Title

Penetration Testing

Notice Description

Value of contract was based on a sample test, not the anticipated annual spend which will be nearer PS75k p.a. inc VAT Contract is 2 years + option to extend for further 3 years Total Contract value including extension period is PS375,000 inc VAT A penetration tester to partner on a call-off-contract To assure UoY's as-is vulnerability assessment and management processes and to act as a catalyst for improvement where there is opportunity for this. To reduce UoY's attack surface To reduce likelihood of costly or reputation damaging data breaches To facilitate PCI compliance To guard and protect UoY's reputation for excellence. To facilitate re-certification to Cyber Essentials in the short term with a desire to obtain Cyber Essentials Plus certification in the mid to long-term. To provide assurance to third-parties including research partners of UoY's strong Cyber Security posture to attract and encourage their business. To gain greater understanding of and to assist in securing UoY's IT wide and organically growing IT estate and reduce its attack surface. To reduce the risk of cyber security incidents occurring. To reduce the impact of cyber security incidents if/when they do occur.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a57a0176-f0e7-4a6b-ba4b-b056d2764bf8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c766d889-8b2e-495a-bb19-6baefab211c9
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72820000 - Computer testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£14,300 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Sep 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20242 years ago
Contract Period
19 Feb 2024 - 18 Feb 2026 2-3 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
UNIVERSITY OF YORK
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO10 5DD
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Hull Road
Westminster Constituency
York Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CYBERIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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