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tt_33970 - Penetration testing for an online self-assessment tool

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is currently at the completion stage of the procurement process for a contract titled "Penetration testing for an online self-assessment tool". This project falls under the services category, specifically within the information technology sector, with a focus on cybersecurity. The relevant activity took place in Edinburgh, and the contract was awarded on 7th March 2020, with a total value of £3,800. The procurement method utilised for this contract was a selective process, adhering to a restricted procedure, indicating a careful selection of suppliers based on specific criteria.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in cybersecurity and IT services, particularly those that provide penetration testing solutions. With previous bids comprising diverse suppliers, including an active small and medium-sized enterprise (SME), this contract may attract interest from both established firms and new entrants in the market. Companies with expertise in security assessments and a track record of delivering similar services would be well-positioned to engage in future bids, thus enhancing their business growth prospects in the public procurement landscape.

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Notice Title

tt_33970 - Penetration testing for an online self-assessment tool

Notice Description

Penetration testing for the Fairwork Convention website

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000617896
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR383731
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£3,800 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Mar 20205 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
anne.marie.wright@scotent.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 131

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QUORUM CYBER SECURITY

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