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title: "Gcloud - Penetration Testing"
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# Gcloud - Penetration Testing

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-00c9a0a5-f3e9-4bd2-a63e-301530402f32

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Gcloud - Penetration Testing" was initiated by the UK Shared Business Services Limited, which operates under the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy. This contract pertains to software testing within the IT sector and was awarded following a selective procurement method, specifically through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 21st February 2022, and the contract spans from 23rd February 2022 to 22nd April 2022, with a total contract value of £11,270.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software testing, particularly those providing penetration testing services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the contracting authority is open to suppliers of varying sizes. Businesses with relevant expertise in IT health checks and cybersecurity solutions could find this contract fitting, helping them to expand their service offerings and build a strong portfolio in government procurement.

## Notice

***Please note this is not a call for competition*** The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy had a need for NERIMNET, IT Health Check - penetration testing solution. The contract was awarded via Lot 3: GCloud framework via a longlist/shortlist exercise.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e39a674-9b3e-48c4-b51b-e3920fb6060c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Feb 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Feb 2022 |
| Contract period | 23 Feb 2022 - 22 Apr 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £11,270 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £11,270 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ARMADILLO SEC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72254000 - Software testing

## Release History

- 14 Mar 2022 at 14:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e39a674-9b3e-48c4-b51b-e3920fb6060c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e39a674-9b3e-48c4-b51b-e3920fb6060c
  14th March 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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