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title: "UoB - Provision of Vulnerability Management Services - AWARD"
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# UoB - Provision of Vulnerability Management Services - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2ed138d4-0489-471c-b68b-3987bdf4a706

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## Summary

The University of Bedfordshire has completed the procurement process for vulnerability management services, with the contract awarded to Phoenix Software Ltd. This procurement falls under the "Software package and information systems" industry category, with additional classification under "Miscellaneous software package and computer systems". The contract spans a period from 1st August 2024 to 31st July 2027, and will be serviced across multiple locations including the UK, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other international regions. The open procedure procurement method underlined the fairness and transparency of the tender process, which formally concluded with the award announcement on 24th June 2024.

This contract offers substantial growth opportunities for companies specialising in software solutions and cybersecurity. Businesses experienced in vulnerability management services stand to benefit significantly, considering the expansive geographical scope of the contract. While the procurement was conducted through an open procedure, it reflects a competitive environment where larger or more established firms, given the non-suitability for SMEs and VCSEs, are better positioned to compete. Engaging in such high-profile contracts can amplify a company's portfolio and reputation, fostering further growth and market penetration.

## Notice

Provision of Vulnerability Management Services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/acee4dad-ba70-4fc9-b0cf-f1429f2345e9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £131,953 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE |
| Locality | LUTON |
| Post town | Luton |
| Postcode | LU1 3JU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH21 Luton |
| Local authority | Luton |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Luton South and South Bedfordshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PHOENIX SOFTWARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

## Release History

- 6 Aug 2024 at 11:44 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/acee4dad-ba70-4fc9-b0cf-f1429f2345e9
- 16 Jul 2024 at 16:05 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/acee4dad-ba70-4fc9-b0cf-f1429f2345e9
- 16 Jul 2024 at 14:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/acee4dad-ba70-4fc9-b0cf-f1429f2345e9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/acee4dad-ba70-4fc9-b0cf-f1429f2345e9
  6th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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