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DDaT24338 - PEN Testing

ICS ON BEHALF OF DSIT AND DESNZ

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the tender titled "DDaT24338 - PEN Testing" was conducted by Integrated Corporate Services (ICS) on behalf of DSIT and DESNZ. This procurement, classified under the industry category of IT services, consulting, software development, Internet, and support, was concluded under the G-cloud 13 framework agreement through a selective call-off method. The process has reached the award stage, as indicated by the award notice. The contract was awarded to CCL (Solutions) Group Ltd trading as CCL Forensics on 23rd August 2024, with an amended contract value of £90,000 GBP. The contract period is set from 1st September 2024 to 31st August 2026, covering services in multiple regions including the United Kingdom, Europe, and various other locations.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services and security, particularly those skilled in PEN (Penetration) Testing. Companies that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this field lucrative, given the procurement's suitability for such organisations. Businesses with robust capabilities in IT consulting, software development, and cybersecurity can leverage this contract to broaden their service offerings and strengthen their presence across diverse geographical locations. Engaging with these public sector projects can also foster long-term partnerships and enhance market reputation in the IT industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DDaT24338 - PEN Testing

Notice Description

***THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION*** Integrated Corporate Services (ICS) had a requirement for PEN Testing services. This procurement has been concluded under the G-cloud 13 framework, RM1557.13 *The CAN updated to reflect the amended value as per the processed Call-off Contract Variation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b5b1662f-5683-45c7-9b0e-8c90b530e9dd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2d39597-b5ab-404f-9c4f-84d1f0315d4a
Current Stage
Award
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

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2026 1-2 years
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
ICS ON BEHALF OF DSIT AND DESNZ
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CCL ( SOLUTIONS) GROUP LTD TRADING AS CCL FORENSICS

Further Information

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