Planning

UKRI Vulnerability Scanning Tool Replacement

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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Planning

05 Aug 2022 at 16:44

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process to replace its vulnerability scanning tool, which is critical for identifying security flaws across its digital infrastructure. The procurement, classified under the industry category of security software, has an estimated total value of £1,082,400 for a potential three-year contract (1+1+1). Pre-market supplier engagement sessions will take place between 24th and 31st August 2022, with a deadline for expressions of interest set for midday on 19th August 2022. UKRI's main office is located in Swindon, United Kingdom.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in cybersecurity solutions and software development, particularly those with experience in vulnerability scanning tools. Given the emphasis on feedback during the pre-market engagement sessions, suppliers in security software, cloud computing, and IT services are encouraged to participate and showcase their capabilities. Engaging effectively in this tender process could lead to long-term partnerships with UKRI, a key player in the UK's research and innovation landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI Vulnerability Scanning Tool Replacement

Notice Description

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) consists of 9 Councils, including 7 research councils, Innovate UK and Research England. Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) is one of the UKRI research councils, and we are seeking to procure a replacement for the existing vulnerability scanning tool which supports all the desired functionality for vulnerability scanning and is therefore able to discover all security vulnerability flaws within UKRI's websites, applications, network, and cloud infrastructure. The estimated total value for up to 3-year ( 1+1+1) contract is PS1,082,400.00 excluding VAT. We are conducting market research with our Shared Services provider, UK SBS, to get feedback on our specification, understand available technological options, trials/sandbox options, and pricing mechanisms. A route to market has not yet been established. We're holding pre-market supplier engagement session(s) between 24th and 31st August 2022 for an hour per session.

Lot Information

Lot 1

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) consists of 9 Councils, including 7 research councils, Innovate UK and Research England. Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) is one of the UKRI research councils, and we are seeking to procure a replacement for the existing vulnerability scanning tool which supports all the desired functionality for vulnerability scanning and is therefore able to discover all security vulnerability flaws within UKRI's websites, applications, network, and cloud infrastructure. This will help enable the execution of our Cyber Security Strategy and the objectives of protecting UKRI, ensuring our data, information and systems are secure and that we can continue to meet our regulatory and legislative needs. The estimated total value for up to 3-year ( 1+1+1) contract is PS1,082,400.00 excluding VAT. We are conducting market research with our Shared Services provider, UK SBS, to get feedback on our specification, understand available technological options, trials/sandbox options and pricing mechanisms. A route to market has not yet been established. We're holding pre-market supplier engagement session(s) between 24th and 31st August 2022 for an hour per session. IMPORTANT To ensure participation, Expression of Interest emails must be received by ddatprocurement@uksbs.co.uk no later than midday (UK time) on 19th August 2022. In the message subject field please state: "EoI DDaT22294 Pre-market engagement". In your message, provide up to two names and email addresses of your attending representatives. A drafted specification will be provided and details of the session(s) will follow. All attending suppliers must familiarise themselves with the drafted spec in advance of the session(s) as we are seeking expertise and feedback from the market. AGENDA (to be refined) a) Welcome, introductions and format (UKRI & UK SBS) b) Purpose & project overview (UKRI & UK SBS) c) High-level requirements (UKRI) d) Market products & capabilities (supplier perspective) e) Specification feedback (All) f) Q&A (All) j) Next Steps & Procurement process (UK SBS) k) AOB (All) Please note that Supplier demonstrations may also form part of the pre-market engagement, but this is to be confirmed. Those who express interest will receive further information if it becomes applicable.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-035983
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021629-2022
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48730000 - Security software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,082,400 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
29 Sep 2022Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
TLK1 Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Bristol/Bath area
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

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