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title: "Static Application Security Testing (SAST) Tool"
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# Static Application Security Testing (SAST) Tool

Buyer: PENSION PROTECTION FUND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bc92ecc4-4e0e-4a81-960a-368b7316d64c

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## Summary

The Pension Protection Fund has completed the procurement process for a Static Application Security Testing (SAST) tool, classified under the security software package industry category. The contract, valued at £245,534, entails automated scanning of source code for security vulnerabilities. The procurement was conducted via a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, focusing on goods. Key dates include the tender period ending on 30 September 2024, with the contract period running from 16 November 2024 to 15 November 2027. The project is located in London, United Kingdom.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialised in security and software-related services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, given the procurement's suitability specifications. With a focus on a high-demand area of security software, companies capable of delivering comprehensive SAST solutions can leverage this contract to expand their market presence and showcase their expertise in security vulnerabilities assessment.

## Notice

A SAST tool conducts automated scanning of source code to look for security vulnerabilities, and in some cases a failure to follow coding best-practices. The Total Contract Value includes the optional 2 year extension.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/603f6c58-2bf8-4213-be15-9060e128a946 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 16 Nov 2024 - 15 Nov 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £245,534 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £245,534 |
| 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 | PENSION PROTECTION FUND |
| Locality | CROYDON |
| Post town | Croydon |
| Postcode | CR0 2NA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI6 Outer London - South |
| ITL 3 | TLI62 Croydon |
| Local authority | Croydon |
| Electoral ward | Fairfield |
| Westminster constituency | Croydon West |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BYTES SOFTWARE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48730000 - Security software package
- 72260000 - Software-related services

## Release History

- 21 Oct 2024 at 09:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/603f6c58-2bf8-4213-be15-9060e128a946

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/603f6c58-2bf8-4213-be15-9060e128a946
  21st October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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