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Covid-19: DHSC: NHSX - Contact Tracing App: Security Testing contract (#10.c)

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC)

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06 Mar 2021 at 12:53

Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has awarded a contract titled "Covid-19: DHSC: NHSX - Contact Tracing App: Security Testing contract (#10.c)" for data security software development services. The contract, valued at £124,960, was executed as a selective procurement through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period commenced on 20th July 2020 and concluded on 11th September 2020, with the tender fully completed and awarded on 17th July 2020. The location for the contract's delivery is in London, UK, with its postal code being SW1H 0EU.

This contract presents a notable opportunity for businesses in the IT and software development sector, particularly those specialising in data security services. Companies with capabilities in cybersecurity and software testing could thrive in similar future tenders, especially those that cater to public health initiatives. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly suited for competing in such contracts, given the nature of the tender and its requirements for specialised independent testing services.

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Notice Title

Covid-19: DHSC: NHSX - Contact Tracing App: Security Testing contract (#10.c)

Notice Description

The Supplier will carry out independent testing to ensure that the COVID-19 Track and Trace Application and supporting QR website adheres to the expected quality and satisfies agreed functionality. 20/07/2020 for 8 weeks, with testing to complete by 11/09/20

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d9f6a4bb-673a-48c6-a3b4-5aed396e0d90
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/863d0f52-ed85-4c6b-8a65-c640a8e657a4
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72212732 - Data security software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£124,960 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£124,960 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jul 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jul 20205 years ago
Contract Period
19 Jul 2020 - 11 Sep 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HELECLOUD

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