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title: "National Cyber Security Centre - Penetration Testing"
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# National Cyber Security Centre - Penetration Testing

Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b47b4a8f-838b-49b0-9c68-08ea112e0cbe

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## Summary

The procurement process was conducted by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) in the United Kingdom for a project titled "National Cyber Security Centre - Penetration Testing." This service falls under the IT services industry category, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, and support. The procurement method was selective, involving a call-off from an existing framework agreement. The tender period ended on 3rd October 2021, with the contract commencing on 4th October 2021 and running until 2nd April 2023. The total contract value is £23,175.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the cybersecurity and IT services sectors, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that are National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) approved for penetration testing services. Companies that can provide innovative solutions in cybersecurity could leverage this contract to establish a foothold in public sector procurement, enhancing their growth potential in this critical and expanding market.

## Notice

A CHECK penetration test 2 Year Call off Contract. Services must be National Cyber Security Centre (NSCS) approved through the Penetration Testing

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43055432-cc3d-48a3-a7d4-85efe586c96d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | 3 Oct 2021 - 2 Apr 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £23,175 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £23,175 |
| 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 | MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO15 1EG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Banister & Polygon |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Itchen |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 26 Oct 2021 at 09:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43055432-cc3d-48a3-a7d4-85efe586c96d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43055432-cc3d-48a3-a7d4-85efe586c96d
  26th October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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