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Provision of Physical Security Intrusion Testing Services-2

OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS

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Summary of the contracting process

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) is conducting a procurement process for "Provision of Physical Security Intrusion Testing Services-1," aimed at ensuring the security of its four sites in the United Kingdom. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with an end date for submissions set for 19th November 2021. The project falls under the technical inspection services category and uses an open procedure as the procurement method, which is classified as a below-threshold process. The contract is expected to commence on 1st January 2022 and will run until 31st December 2024. Key operational details include the requirement for service personnel to hold a minimum UK Security Vetting Level of SC, validated by UKSV.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in security services, particularly those specialising in technical inspections and non-destructive testing. Companies with expertise in security evaluation, social engineering, and physical intrusion testing would be particularly well-suited to participate. The contract scope allows for innovative security solutions that ensure a comprehensive assessment of the ONS sites, enhancing business growth for suppliers that can meet the stringent security requirements outlined in the tender.

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Notice Title

Provision of Physical Security Intrusion Testing Services-2

Notice Description

The ONS is responsible for four (4) sites in the United Kingdom. As part of the Office's quality assurance programme, it has a need to engage a supplier to conduct physical intrusion testing services for its four (4) sites and buildings. The service will be required for all buildings and sites operated by the ONS. It will not include any buildings or sites where the ONS is a minor tenant. The service will provide professional attempts to penetrate the physical security of the premises suing non destructive techniques. Methods can and should include social engineering and should attempt to gain access to the core of the relevant buildings. The service will not be required to use any destructive techniques or measures and will not require any delivery of dummy IEDs etc. The service must provide annual penetration attempts on all the sites covered within the contract. The service could provide an annual assessment of the organisation's exposure to opens source intelligence gathering. All personnel involved with the delivery and operation of the service must hold an active minimum UK Security Vetting Level of SC; the vetting must have been done by UKSV only at Award stage 06/12/2021. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e773856a-4d6b-4291-ab1c-5f5cea42ec41
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8d60276-2335-42d4-9025-e4ef73cc8664
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

71631000 - Technical inspection services

71632200 - Non-destructive testing services

73431000 - Test and evaluation of security equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2024 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS
Contact Name
Charis Lavis
Contact Email
charis.lavis@ons.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1633455785

Buyer Location

Locality
GWENT
Postcode
NP10 8XG
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newport
Electoral Ward
Tredegar Park and Marshfield
Westminster Constituency
Newport West and Islwyn

Further Information

Notice Documents

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