--- title: "Development of two cyber security ALPHA modules for HI NENC" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-668940eb-1739-4439-b320-d5a4b13ae09f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-668940eb-1739-4439-b320-d5a4b13ae09f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-668940eb-1739-4439-b320-d5a4b13ae09f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-668940eb-1739-4439-b320-d5a4b13ae09f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "HEALTH INNOVATION NORTH EAST AND NORTH CUMBRIA" published: "2024-12-06" --- # Development of two cyber security ALPHA modules for HI NENC Buyer: HEALTH INNOVATION NORTH EAST AND NORTH CUMBRIA Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-668940eb-1739-4439-b320-d5a4b13ae09f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-668940eb-1739-4439-b320-d5a4b13ae09f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-668940eb-1739-4439-b320-d5a4b13ae09f.json) ## Summary Health Innovation North East and North Cumbria (HI NENC) is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the development of two cyber security ALPHA modules. This initiative, titled "Development of two cyber security ALPHA modules for HI NENC," falls under the software package and information systems industry category and is primarily focused on the United Kingdom. Key engagement activities are scheduled to conclude by 6 January 2025. The process will proceed through a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) under Lots 3 and 5. This PIN aims to inform potential research and academic organisations of the forthcoming opportunity, although formal competition details remain subject to change. This tender provides a lucrative opportunity for businesses proficient in developing gaming software and conducting research and evaluation within the cyber security space. It is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a background in IT services, software development, or research consultancy. Successful bidders will support the health and care sector by creating engaging training modules to bolster cyber resilience among senior leaders in adult social care organisations. Engaging in this tender process can significantly enhance a company's portfolio, demonstrate expertise in a high-demand area, and foster long-term partnerships within the health sector. Interested suppliers are advised to apply promptly to the DPS to participate in the upcoming competition. ## Notice The purpose of this PIN is to inform prospective research and/or academic organisations of an opportunity to develop and carry out a research evaluation on a scenario based modular cyber security exercise. On behalf of NHSE, HI NENC wishes to engage a research and/or academic organisation with proven experience in developing gaming software to create two ALPHA scenario models. We are seeking two cyber security ALPHA products with scope to develop future modules. We also require research and evaluation of the effectiveness of the products to be provided. Primarily the users are defined as senior leaders within adult social care organisations. The current prevalence of cyber-attacks and especially ransomware attacks is significantly increasing business risk across the health and care sector. Due to a range of structural, financial and operational challenges the digital maturity and resilience of social care organisations is variable. Humans are the primary attack targets of organisations and this product seeks to improve their preparedness by defending as one. Health data is a valuable commodity and these modules will endeavour to safeguard it. The gamification provides an accessible learning experience in a complex and stressful space. This will be achieved through engaging across the spectrum of learning types (visual, read/write, auditory and kinaesthetic learning with particular emphasis on the later). Additional information: HI NENC would like to invite potential providers of these services to apply to our Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) DN670401 as a supplier. You can do this by following this link: procontract.due-north.com/ProjectManagement/ProjectDashboard?projectId=c1881153-e6f3-ed11-8122-005056b64545 This opportunity will be developed as a further competition under Lots 3 and 5 of our DPS. You should therefore ensure you apply to either Lot 3 or 5 depending on your company core business to be able to bid to provide this service. You are also welcome to apply for any other Lots on our DPS that you feel are relevant to your organisation. If your company is not registered with the Proactis (ProContract) Due North Portal, click on this link Supplier registration (due-north.com) and complete your organisation name and email address and continue your registration. We are expecting to put out the Invitation to Quote to our Lot 3 and 5 suppliers at the beginning of January 2025. This timeline is subject to change. Interested suppliers are advised to apply to the DPS promptly to ensure they have been accepted to the framework and receive the competition notification. Please note that HI NENC are closed from Close of Play 20 December 2024 until 3 January 2025. This notice is for information and engaging with the supply market only. It is not a binding statement of intent or call for competition. HI NENC reserves the right not to enter a formal process and not award a contract. The information contained in this notice, including information relating to the nature and scope of the requirements, the service classification of this requirement from the list of CPV codes, is only indicative of the HI NENC's current thinking and is neither exhaustive nor binding. HI NENC reserves the right at its absolute discretion to amend it at the time of issue of any further notices or at any other time. HI NENC will not be liable for any bid cost, expenditure, work or effort incurred by a potential supplier in acting on the basis of this PIN. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c67528eb-d486-4d09-81ea-a886653a714d | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Dynamic | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Dec 2024 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 6 Jan 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | HEALTH INNOVATION NORTH EAST AND NORTH CUMBRIA | | Locality | NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE | | Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Postcode | NE1 4WH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside | | Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Electoral ward | Monument | | Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 48000000 - Software package and information systems - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 6 Dec 2024 at 15:33 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c67528eb-d486-4d09-81ea-a886653a714d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c67528eb-d486-4d09-81ea-a886653a714d 6th December 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://healthinnovationnenc.org.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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