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title: "Qualified Security Assessor - PCI DSS Attestation"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0c1316f2-4daa-402b-a227-c2c000a5ce3b"
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published: "2020-09-03"
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# Qualified Security Assessor - PCI DSS Attestation

Buyer: H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0c1316f2-4daa-402b-a227-c2c000a5ce3b

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by H M Revenue & Customs, involves a tender for a "Qualified Security Assessor - PCI DSS Attestation" with a total available value of £32,300. This tender falls under the category of auditing services and is situated in the South East of England. The procurement method used is selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 2nd June 2020, while the contract is scheduled to commence on 3rd August 2020 and last until 2nd August 2021.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in compliance and auditing services, particularly those with experience in PCI Data Security Standards. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the procurement process allows for their participation. Firms that can demonstrate proficiency in delivering compliance assessments and reports will be well-positioned to compete for this contract, contributing positively to their business expansion in the relevant sector.

## Notice

A Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) is required to assess HMRC's compliance against Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards (DSS). A Report of Compliance (ROC) and Attestation of Compliance (AOCs) are necessary to provide assurance to the major card brands confirming HMRC meet the required standards when taking payments by card, through our three payment channels.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2f59b38d-291c-4b3c-ad64-8c8222f4553d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 May 2020 |
| Contract period | 2 Aug 2020 - 2 Aug 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £32,300 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £32,300 |
| 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 | H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M60 9LA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Ordsall |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PGI - PROTECTION GROUP INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79212000 - Auditing services

## Release History

- 3 Sep 2020 at 11:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2f59b38d-291c-4b3c-ad64-8c8222f4553d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2f59b38d-291c-4b3c-ad64-8c8222f4553d
  3rd September 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/044320a9-08ea-4a5b-9ca3-d6a3b1f2c47c

## Provenance

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