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The Best TLS Training in the World

SHARED SERVICES CONNECTED LIMITED

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19 Apr 2023 at 07:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The contract for 'The Best TLS Training in the World' has been awarded by Shared Services Connected Limited in England for the provision of Education and training services. The procurement method used was direct through Single tender action (below threshold). The contract worth £16,500 GBP was awarded to PROGRESSION DEVELOPMENT LTD. The tender closed on 23rd February 2023, with the contract period running from 24th February 2023 to 24th February 2024.

This opportunity is suitable for businesses specialising in education and training services within the United Kingdom. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) would find this contract particularly appealing. Businesses adept at providing secure server deployment and encrypted web application services should consider bidding for the next similar procurement opportunities. Understanding of PKI standards and encryption technologies is crucial for success in such tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Best TLS Training in the World

Notice Description

'Best TLS Training' is designed to allow learners to understand both the theory and practice of SSL/TLS and Internet PKI. Designed by the author of the much acclaimed Bulletproof SSL and TLS, this practical training course teaches delegates how to deploy secure servers and encrypted web applications and understand both the theory and practice of Internet PKI. Objectives 1.Understand threats and attacks against encryption 2.Identify real risks that apply to DWP systems 3.Deploy servers with strong private keys and valid certificates 4.Deploy TLS configurations with strong encryption and forward secrecy 5.Understand higher-level attacks against web applications 6.Use the latest defence technologies, such as HSTS, CSP, and HPKP 7.Learn about key PKI standards and formats 8. Understand where practice differs from theory 9.Analyse certificate lifecycle in detail 10.Evaluate PKI weaknesses and how they affect you 11.Deploy robust protection using public key pinning 12.Learn about what's coming in the future 13.Opportunity to interactively practise what Learners have studied. Method of Delivery Online/Virtual

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d36eacbd-d493-4aee-a022-e603da83aef0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16a146f9-8342-45f7-b386-bdb9095b66d1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£16,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£16,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Apr 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Apr 20232 years ago
Contract Period
24 Feb 2023 - 24 Feb 2024 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
SHARED SERVICES CONNECTED LIMITED
Contact Name
Samantha Parkinson
Contact Email
samantha.parkinson@gov.sscl.com
Contact Phone
07887408562

Buyer Location

Locality
0
Postcode
FY5 3TA
Post Town
Blackpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Wyre
Electoral Ward
Victoria & Norcross
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool North and Fleetwood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROGRESSION DEVELOPMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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