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SPS-02132 Vulnerability Assessment Tool

SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Prison Service has initiated a procurement process for a Vulnerability Assessment Tool (SPS-02132) to help its IT department identify and manage vulnerabilities within its corporate systems. This procurement, categorised under "Public order and safety," utilises an open procedure and focuses on the delivery of goods. The primary location for delivery is the Scottish Prison Service Headquarters at One Lochside Avenue, Edinburgh, within the UKM75 region. Key dates include the tender period ending on July 22, 2024, with the bid opening and award period scheduled for the same day. The initial contract duration is 36 months with an optional extension of up to 24 months.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in cybersecurity tools and services, particularly those aimed at vulnerability management and compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus certification. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in automated vulnerability assessment solutions would be well-suited to compete, given the focus on scalable and efficient tools. Engaging in this procurement can enhance business growth through establishing long-term relationships with a national agency, expanding their market footprint, and showcasing their capabilities on a prominent public stage.

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Notice Title

SPS-02132 Vulnerability Assessment Tool

Notice Description

The SPS requires relevant tools to provide its IT department with visibility of vulnerabilities which may exist on the corporate systems. The Goods shall allow the SPS to do this in a safe and automated way. The principal objective of this Contract is to mitigate against known threats and vulnerabilities and to provide a tool set that allows nominated SPS Representatives to prioritise actions for all vulnerabilities and to monitor and manage this for compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus certification.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The SPS has commenced this procurement process in good faith and with the intention of awarding a contract. Following publication of the Contract Notice, an Invitation to Tender (ITT) including the Single Procurement Document (SPD) will be published by SPS and will be made available to bidders. Tender responses will then be evaluated by the SPS in accordance with the ITT.

Renewal: Optional extension of up to 24 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000750185
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL510318
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, 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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£43,875 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
31 Jan 2024Expired
Award Date
24 May 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
36 month contract, optional up to 24 month extension

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE
Contact Name
Shirley-Ann Whyte
Contact Email
chris.johnston@prisons.gov.scot, shirley-ann.whyte@prisons.gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1313303779, +44 1313303790

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9DJ
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
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HIGHLAND NETWORK

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC494228
    SPS-02132 Vulnerability Assessment Tool - The SPS requires relevant tools to provide its IT department with visibility of vulnerabilities which may exist on the corporate systems. The Goods shall allow the SPS to do this in a safe and automated way. The principal objective of this Contract is to mitigate against known threats and vulnerabilities and to provide a tool set that allows nominated SPS Representatives to prioritise actions for all vulnerabilities and to monitor and manage this for compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus certification.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL510318
    SPS-02132 Vulnerability Assessment Tool - The SPS requires relevant tools to provide its IT department with visibility of vulnerabilities which may exist on the corporate systems. The Goods shall allow the SPS to do this in a safe and automated way. The principal objective of this Contract is to mitigate against known threats and vulnerabilities and to provide a tool set that allows nominated SPS Representatives to prioritise actions for all vulnerabilities and to monitor and manage this for compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus certification.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL510328
    SPS-02132 Vulnerability Assessment Tool - The SPS requires relevant tools to provide its IT department with visibility of vulnerabilities which may exist on the corporate systems. The Goods shall allow the SPS to do this in a safe and automated way. The principal objective of this Contract is to mitigate against known threats and vulnerabilities and to provide a tool set that allows nominated SPS Representatives to prioritise actions for all vulnerabilities and to monitor and manage this for compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus certification.

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