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Information and Cyber Security Professional Services

PENSION PROTECTION FUND

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Pension Protection Fund involves a contract for "Information and Cyber Security Professional Services" within the IT services sector, classified under CPV code 72000000. This contract, which follows a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement, was awarded to Inavate Consulting Ltd. The services are to support the Pension Protection Fund in information security audits. The contract, valued at £122,400, commenced on 1st August 2022, with possible extensions allowing for completion by 31st July 2026. The procurement stage is currently in the award phase, with key locations specified including the United Kingdom alongside various international territories. While the tender period concluded on 25th July 2022, the agreement has now been extended into its final stage.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in information and cyber security services, particularly those adept in offering consulting, software development, and internet support. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are especially suitable to engage, given the framework's design to accommodate such entities. Engaging in this contractual work not only allows eligible businesses to strengthen relationships with public sector organisations but also augments their portfolio in a vibrant sector with global implications. These professional services will enable suppliers to demonstrate expertise, potentially leading to further collaborations and increased recognition in the broader IT industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Information and Cyber Security Professional Services

Notice Description

G-Cloud 12 contract - Professional services to support the PPF in preparation for information security audits carried out throughout each year. 2+1+1 agreement with extension options available until July 2026. Contract awarded 2022 with initial term to 2024 this notice confirms extension of the third year to 2025 with a maximum term available to 2026. Notice updated as agreement extended into final year option as stated above.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e6a5f837-75c2-4314-a966-6185dab75e89
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74ff68dd-f14c-41d2-9fa5-f52f1ba0225b
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

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£122,400 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£122,400 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jul 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jul 20223 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2022 - 31 Jul 2026 4-5 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
PENSION PROTECTION FUND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CROYDON
Postcode
CR0 2NA
Post Town
Croydon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI62 Croydon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Croydon
Electoral Ward
Fairfield
Westminster Constituency
Croydon West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INAVATE CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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