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title: "Provision of Train Systems Penetration Testing"
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# Provision of Train Systems Penetration Testing

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT : DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-12a92e5b-954e-4988-8422-c11e5bd52ba5

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## Summary

The procurement process for the provision of Train Systems Penetration Testing, initiated by the Department for Transport, is currently complete. This contract, classified under the software testing industry category, had a tender period that ended on 25th September 2018, with a contract duration from 30th November 2018 to 29th March 2019. The procurement method employed was selective, calling off from a framework agreement, and the total value of the contract was £92,300, covering delivery across locations including the United Kingdom and various overseas territories.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the cybersecurity and IT services sector, particularly those specialising in software testing and security assessments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to compete, as this contract is suitable for their participation. Companies with experience in penetration testing and provided services within the transport sector may find this contract aligns well with their capabilities, potentially allowing them to expand their client base and enhance their service offerings.

## Notice

Provision of Train Systems Penetration Testing

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54674cbd-5e6e-4c40-ac57-298ae6fb8f01 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Dec 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Nov 2018 |
| Contract period | 5 Nov 2018 - 29 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £92,300 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT : DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 9PP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CONTEXT INFORMATION SECURITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72254000 - Software testing

## Release History

- 4 Dec 2018 at 07:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54674cbd-5e6e-4c40-ac57-298ae6fb8f01

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54674cbd-5e6e-4c40-ac57-298ae6fb8f01
  4th December 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/crown-commercial-service

## Provenance

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