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title: "Penetration/ Vulnerability Testing Services"
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buyer: "NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD"
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# Penetration/ Vulnerability Testing Services

Buyer: NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a70ac813-3a90-4f20-affd-476c4887f34c

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## Summary

The Northern Lighthouse Board conducted a procurement process for Penetration/Vulnerability Testing Services, classified under technical testing services and information technology services, with a contract value of £28,000. The procurement was executed through a selective method, using a call-off from the Crown Commercial Services Framework RM3764iii - Cyber Security Services 3. This tender process was initiated on 31 July 2020, following the tender deadline of 17 June 2020, and the contract is set to run until 30 July 2024. The services are to be provided primarily within Scotland, United Kingdom.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in cybersecurity, particularly those experienced in penetration testing and vulnerability assessments. Businesses with a focus on IT security services and technology solutions would be well-positioned to compete in future similar tenders. Engaging with this sector not only enhances service offerings but also aligns with the increasing demand for robust cybersecurity measures across various industries.

## Notice

The Northern Lighthouse Board conducted a procurement exercise via Crown Commercial Services (CCS) Framework RM3764iii - Cyber Security Services 3 - DPS Framework Agreement for Penetration/ Vulnerability Testing Services - NLB REF: FAIS/VULN/1653 for various IT environments. This was concluded on 23 July 2020 and was awarded to Prism InfoSec Ltd

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91b99854-39d8-44bb-aaad-8c5dc53e5b4a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic, Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Aug 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | 30 Jul 2020 - 30 Jul 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £28,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £28,000 |
| 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 | NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH2 3DA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PRISM INFOSEC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 71632000 - Technical testing services
- 72222300 - Information technology services

## Release History

- 5 Aug 2020 at 10:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91b99854-39d8-44bb-aaad-8c5dc53e5b4a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91b99854-39d8-44bb-aaad-8c5dc53e5b4a
  5th August 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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