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Provision of Email Security Platform for Phishing Identification and Training

AYRSHIRE COLLEGE

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Summary of the contracting process

Ayrshire College, based in Kilmarnock, UK, has initiated an open tender process for the provision of an Email Security Platform aimed at identifying and training against phishing threats. The procurement, classified under the goods category, is currently at the active tender stage, with a closing date for submissions on 17th May 2021. The college seeks to enhance its existing email security measures by incorporating a cloud-based solution that offers in-house phishing campaigns and staff training. The overall contract value is estimated at £42,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in cybersecurity and training solutions, particularly those with experience in email security technologies. Businesses that can demonstrate expertise in deploying cloud-based solutions, conducting phishing simulations, and providing training services would be well-placed to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement process could not only expand their clientele but also enhance their reputation in the growing field of cybersecurity within the education sector.

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Notice Title

Provision of Email Security Platform for Phishing Identification and Training

Notice Description

Ayrshire College already has a secure email gateway in place (Sohpos) and now is looking to implement an additional cloud-based anti-phishing solution to provide additional protection from phishing and impersonation email attempts. The proposed system must provide the ability to run in-house phishing campaigns and provide staff training as and where required.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Ayrshire College already has a secure email gateway in place (Sohpos) and now is looking to implement an additional cloud-based anti-phishing solution to provide additional protection from phishing and impersonation email attempts. The proposed system must provide the ability to run in-house phishing campaigns and provide staff training as and where required.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000653739
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN418578
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£42,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jun 20214 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
AYRSHIRE COLLEGE
Contact Name
Kathleen Harper
Contact Email
kathleen.harper@ayrshire.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1563523501, +44 3003000303

Buyer Location

Locality
KILMARNOCK
Postcode
KA1 3HY
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire

Local Authority
East Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Kilmarnock West and Crosshouse
Westminster Constituency
Kilmarnock and Loudoun

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BARRIER NETWORKS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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