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title: "Penetration and Social Engineering Tests"
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buyer: "BEDFORDSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE"
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# Penetration and Social Engineering Tests

Buyer: BEDFORDSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-99c79986-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service has initiated a tender for "Penetration and Social Engineering Tests" aimed at enhancing the security posture of both Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Services. The contract spans two years, with potential extensions for an additional three one-year terms, and is valued at £120,000. The procurement process follows an open procedure and is classified under IT services, specifically consulting and software development. The deadline for submissions was 28th August 2015, while the contract period commenced on 1st October 2015 and is set to conclude on 30th September 2020. The contract will be serviced in the East of England region, specifically in Bedford (MK42 7NR).

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the information security sector, particularly those that are ISO27001:2013 certified and specialise in penetration testing and social engineering services. SMEs in the cybersecurity field, as well as those offering computer-related services, would be well-suited to compete for this contract, providing them with the chance to secure a multi-year engagement with reputable public sector organisations while expanding their operational capacity and market presence.

## Notice

To ensure both Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Services are fully secure against information security threats and vulnerabilities both Services require a two year contract with the possibility of a further three one year extensions with an ISO27001:2013 certified information security consultancy, to conduct annual penetration and social engineering tests.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b52c46db-4fd4-4e68-9354-f97828a0255e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Aug 2015 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2015 - 30 Sep 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BEDFORDSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE |
| Locality | BEDFORD |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK42 7NR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Kempston South |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 72500000 - Computer-related services

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b52c46db-4fd4-4e68-9354-f97828a0255e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b52c46db-4fd4-4e68-9354-f97828a0255e
  22nd July 2015 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/34951
  User / Company
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=13048&B=BLUELIGHT
  Additional data

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