---
title: "UCFS GBEST Pen Test"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5f72aec1-7e0b-421d-955a-7aa0be6bef9b"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS"
published: "2018-05-14"
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# UCFS GBEST Pen Test

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5f72aec1-7e0b-421d-955a-7aa0be6bef9b

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## Summary

The Department for Work and Pensions is conducting a completed procurement process titled "UCFS GBEST Pen Test", which falls under the IT services industry category. The procurement was carried out in London, with the contract valued at £74,050. The open procedure tender period concluded on 12th March 2018, while the contract itself commenced on the same day and extends until 11th March 2019. The procurement method was an open tender, allowing for broader participation.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in IT and cybersecurity services. Companies that have expertise in penetration testing would be well-suited to engage in similar future contracts. Leveraging organisations like the Department for Work and Pensions as a client can enhance visibility and credibility, enabling businesses to expand their reach and portfolio within the public sector.

## Notice

GBEST Penetration Test for UCFS

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/420b3661-a8ba-4fba-83f7-38e66d00c11f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | 12 Mar 2018 - 11 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £74,050 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £74,050 |
| 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 WORK AND PENSIONS |
| Locality | BLACKPOOL |
| Post town | Blackpool |
| Postcode | FY4 5ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool |
| Local authority | Blackpool |
| Electoral ward | Stanley |
| Westminster constituency | Blackpool South |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NETTITUDE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 14 May 2018 at 10:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/420b3661-a8ba-4fba-83f7-38e66d00c11f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/420b3661-a8ba-4fba-83f7-38e66d00c11f
  14th May 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/055743b5-fd38-4ca0-b8de-74f356f9a4c4
  Redacted Version

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