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Award

08 Jul 2021 at 18:45

Tender

25 Mar 2021 at 17:40

Summary of the contracting process

The Translink Group, based in Belfast, is currently engaged in a tendering process for "P-1437 Cyber Security and PCI DSS Auditing" under the services category, specifically classified as "Computer audit and testing services." This public procurement, conducted via an open method, aims to appoint a single service provider to assess and enhance network and system security. The tender is in the active stage, with the submission deadline set for 28 April 2021. The contract will potentially begin in June 2021 and will last for three years, with options for extension thereafter.

This opportunity is particularly suitable for businesses specialising in cyber security, IT consultancy, and related services. Companies with expertise in conducting thorough security assessments and delivering PCI DSS Security Assurance Services will be well-positioned to compete. With a total estimated value of £800,000, suppliers in this field are encouraged to participate, especially those experienced in public sector contracts, given that this tender could lead to long-term partnerships with the Translink Group.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

P-1437 Cyber Security and PCI DSS Auditing

Notice Description

The following is provided in good faith and is intended only as a preliminary background explanation to Translink's requirement, it does not purport to be all inclusive. Translink wishes to invite tenders for the provision of a single service provider with the ability to carry out assessments, advise on network and system security and deliver PCI DSS Security Assurance Services. The assessments will provide a level of assurance that the corporate network, devices, applications and websites are secure and will help manage any identified risks. The anticipated start date is June 2021 however dates may be subject to change. Translink reserves the right to accept part of any Tender from one or any number of Tenderers and may change the contracting strategy at any time.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The following is provided in good faith and is intended only as a preliminary background explanation to Translink's requirement, it does not purport to be all inclusive. Translink wishes to invite tenders for the provision of a single service provider with the ability to carry out assessments, advise on network and system security and deliver PCI DSS Security Assurance Services. The assessments will provide a level of assurance that the corporate network, devices, applications and websites are secure and will help manage any identified risks. The anticipated start date is June 2021 however dates may be subject to change. Translink reserves the right to accept part of any Tender from one or any number of Tenderers and may change the contracting strategy at any time.

Options: Options included to extend the contract. Translink may offer 2 additional extension options (at the end of the initial 3-year term), each option will be for a period of 1 year.

Renewal: 2 additional options to extend the contract. Each option for a period of 1 year.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-029f73
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015979-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72150000 - Computer audit consultancy and hardware consultancy services

72800000 - Computer audit and testing services

72810000 - Computer audit services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Translink may make a call for competition at the end of the initial 3 year contract period and/or if additional. options are taken (2 additional options, each a period of 1 year). Translink reserve the right to make a call for. competition at any point deemed appropriate by Translink and may make no call for competition should the. requirement no longer be classified by Translink as recurring..

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Translink
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT2 7LX
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NCC GROUP SECURITY SERVICES LTD

Further Information

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