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Provision of Physical Security Intrusion Testing Services-2

OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS

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30 Dec 2021 at 15:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) is seeking to engage a supplier for the "Provision of Physical Security Intrusion Testing Services-2" contract, classified under technical inspection services in the UK. This procurement, conducted through an open procedure, defines a contract value of £36,000 with a service period commencing from 1 January 2022 to 31 December 2024. The tender process was completed on 29 November 2021, and the award notice was published on 30 December 2021. The successful supplier HAMILTON STONE LTD will provide annual penetration testing services across four ONS sites in the United Kingdom, ensuring adherence to required security standards.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialised in security services, particularly those experienced in non-destructive testing and the evaluation of security equipment. Businesses that can demonstrate proficiency in conducting physical security assessments and have staff with the necessary UK Security Vetting Level are well-suited to compete for such contracts. Engaging in this procurement will allow firms to contribute to enhancing security across government establishments, fostering business growth through ongoing service provision and future opportunities within the public sector.

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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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ffb8870c-91da-4cd9-a7ee-e65965e866f0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5abb7ff7-2ed7-444b-ba40-b9c1d9aa4c77
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£36,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Dec 20214 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2024 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
charis.lavis@ons.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HAMILTON STONE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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