Tender

Greater Manchester Cyber Foundry (GMCF)

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

This public procurement record has 1 release in its history.

Tender

29 Mar 2021 at 14:58

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester is currently conducting a competitive tender process for the "Greater Manchester Cyber Foundry (GMCF)" project, aimed at providing professional services to facilitate technical interventions that enhance cyber security for participating businesses. This project falls under the category of research and development services, specifically consultancy, with a contract period commencing on 30 April 2021 and concluding on 31 January 2022. The tender is open for submissions until 14 April 2021, and interested parties must register to access tender documentation through the University’s procurement portal. The estimated total value for the services is up to £100,000, inclusive of VAT.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in cyber security, IT consultancy, and related fields, enabling them to expand their services through the University’s support initiatives. Companies that are adept at delivering structured technical interventions and increasing productivity via cyber resilience will find themselves well-positioned to compete for this contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate and contribute innovative solutions that can drive growth for both the supported businesses and the wider community.

Find more tenders on our Open Data Platform.
How relevant is this notice?

D3 Tenders Premium

Win More Public Sector Contracts

AI-powered tender discovery, pipeline management, and market intelligence — everything you need to grow your public sector business.

Start Free Trial Book a Demo
All Features Pricing

Notice Information

Notice Title

Greater Manchester Cyber Foundry (GMCF)

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). Additional information: To express an interest in this project please visit the website below where you will need to register to obtain tender documentation. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home Delivery Notes 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 total value of all services for this project will not exceed (PS100K including VAT). Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EU Funding Description 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. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cfb8621f-545d-447d-b523-470e4179bad6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26c3a380-dbfc-4558-8870-903559d4d0da
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2021 - 31 Jan 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

Download

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts. 

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-b5fd17-cfb8621f-545d-447d-b523-470e4179bad6-2021-03-29T15:58:46+01:00",
    "date": "2021-03-29T15:58:46+01:00",
    "ocid": "ocds-b5fd17-cfb8621f-545d-447d-b523-470e4179bad6",
    "language": "en",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "tender": {
        "id": "2021-1737-GMCF-DD/SB-PC/JD",
        "title": "Greater Manchester Cyber Foundry (GMCF)",
        "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). Additional information: To express an interest in this project please visit the website below where you will need to register to obtain tender documentation. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home Delivery Notes 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 total value of all services for this project will not exceed (PS100K including VAT). Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EU Funding Description 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. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No",
        "datePublished": "2021-03-29T15:58:46+01:00",
        "status": "active",
        "classification": {
            "scheme": "CPV",
            "id": "73000000",
            "description": "Research and development services and related consultancy services"
        },
        "additionalClassifications": [
            {
                "scheme": "CPV",
                "id": "73200000",
                "description": "Research and development consultancy services"
            }
        ],
        "items": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "deliveryAddresses": [
                    {
                        "postalCode": "M13 9PL"
                    },
                    {
                        "region": "North West",
                        "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                    }
                ]
            }
        ],
        "procurementMethod": "open",
        "procurementMethodDetails": "Open procedure (above threshold)",
        "tenderPeriod": {
            "endDate": "2021-04-14T23:59:00+01:00"
        },
        "contractPeriod": {
            "startDate": "2021-04-30T01:00:00+01:00",
            "endDate": "2022-01-31T23:59:59Z"
        },
        "suitability": {
            "sme": true,
            "vcse": false
        },
        "mainProcurementCategory": "services",
        "documents": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "documentType": "tenderNotice",
                "description": "Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder",
                "url": "https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26c3a380-dbfc-4558-8870-903559d4d0da",
                "datePublished": "2021-03-29T15:58:46+01:00",
                "format": "text/html",
                "language": "en"
            },
            {
                "id": "2",
                "documentType": "tenderNotice",
                "description": "Additional information on how to apply for this contract",
                "url": "https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/"
            }
        ]
    },
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-CFS-2790",
            "name": "The University Of Manchester",
            "identifier": {
                "legalName": "The University Of Manchester"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "Manchester, Manchester",
                "locality": "Lancashire",
                "postalCode": "M13 9PL",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "name": "Procurement Office",
                "email": "procurement@manchester.ac.uk",
                "telephone": "01612752160"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ]
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-CFS-2790",
        "name": "The University Of Manchester"
    }
}