--- title: "GB-Liverpool: TWO FACTOR AUTHENTICATION SYSTEM" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9bc658fd-303f-4ee7-89ed-da65d9d23f7c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9bc658fd-303f-4ee7-89ed-da65d9d23f7c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9bc658fd-303f-4ee7-89ed-da65d9d23f7c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9bc658fd-303f-4ee7-89ed-da65d9d23f7c.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL" published: "2018-08-02" --- # GB-Liverpool: TWO FACTOR AUTHENTICATION SYSTEM Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9bc658fd-303f-4ee7-89ed-da65d9d23f7c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9bc658fd-303f-4ee7-89ed-da65d9d23f7c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9bc658fd-303f-4ee7-89ed-da65d9d23f7c.json) ## Summary The University of Liverpool is currently conducting a tender for the procurement of a Two Factor Authentication system, aimed at enhancing data security for staff and students. This initiative falls within the goods category and is classified under data security software packages (CPV code 48732000). The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period closing on 30 August 2018. The contract is set to commence on 1 October 2018 for a duration of two years, with a potential extension of one additional year. The project's geographical scope is the North West region of the United Kingdom, with a total contract value of £500,000, and a minimum value threshold of £100,000. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in cybersecurity solutions, to engage with a major academic institution. Companies that have expertise in developing or supplying data security software and those that can demonstrate robust protective measures against phishing and malware threats would be well-positioned to compete. The procurement process may benefit not only experienced contractors but also newer entrants to the market, enhancing their prospects for growth in the evolving field of data security. ## Notice The University of Liverpool invites you to take part in a tender exercise for the supply of a Two Factor Authentication system for staff and students. The contract period shall be 2 years with an option to extend for a further year. The University has seen an increase in the use of compromised accounts due to phishing and malware attacks. To combat this threat it has been decided to implement a Two Factor Authentication system to further protect our users Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. The tender documentation is located on the following web site https://in-tendhost.co.uk/liverpooluni Select 'Tenders' from the top menu bar, select 'current', then click 'view details' button. To gain full access to this website and tender documentation you need to log in using your existing registration details or click the 'Register' button if you have not registered before. When registering PLEASE make sure the 'publish e-mail address' field is completed accurately as this will receive all automated correspondence. Please return your tender as detailed in the document. The submitted tender will be evaluated in accordance with the criteria stated in the invitation to tender documents and companies may be invited to attend for interview as part of the process. All dates, time periods and quantities indicated in this Notice are provisional only and the university reserves the right to change the same if circumstances so dictate. The University reserves the right not to enter in to any contract pursuant to this Notice and to withdraw from this procurement exercise at any time. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eba4cc21-95a6-4db8-908f-60db7a4edc45 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Aug 2018 | | Submission deadline | 30 Aug 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2018 - 30 Sep 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £500,000 | | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL | | Locality | LIVERPOOL | | Post town | Liverpool | | Postcode | L69 7ZX | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside | | ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool | | Local authority | Liverpool | | Electoral ward | Brownlow Hill | | Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 48732000 - Data security software package ## Release History - 2 Aug 2018 at 12:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eba4cc21-95a6-4db8-908f-60db7a4edc45 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eba4cc21-95a6-4db8-908f-60db7a4edc45 2nd August 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=336970194 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/liverpooluni ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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