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title: "WP2017 Qualified Security Assessment (QSA) for security (PCI) assessment of the Payments Platform"
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buyer: "GOVERNMENT DIGITAL SERVICE"
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# WP2017 Qualified Security Assessment (QSA) for security (PCI) assessment of the Payments Platform

Buyer: GOVERNMENT DIGITAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c545ab60-316e-4463-907c-371566b02ebd

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Government Digital Service seeking a Qualified Security Assessment (QSA) for the GOV.UK Pay Payments Platform. This contracting process falls under the internet services industry and is located in London, England. The procurement approach was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 1st September 2021, while the contract period commenced on 14th September 2021 and extends until 13th September 2022. The total value of the contract is £70,400, with a minimum value of £35,200.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in cybersecurity and information resilience services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the nature of the procurement. Companies that can provide thorough assessments and consultancy in compliance with security standards are well-suited to compete, especially those looking to expand their reach within the public sector. With the contract awarded to a large-scale supplier, the competitive landscape may favour innovative, agile firms ready to demonstrate their expertise and value.

## Notice

To provide Qualified Security Assessment (QSA) for GOV.UK Pay Payments Platform.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9be62a9c-5cd7-4ebd-939d-f6469cc67d7c |
| 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 | 24 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 13 Sep 2021 - 13 Sep 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,400 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,200 |
| 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 | GOVERNMENT DIGITAL SERVICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E1 8QS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Whitechapel |
| Westminster constituency | Bethnal Green and Stepney |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BSI CYBERSECURITY AND INFORMATION RESILIENCE (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72400000 - Internet services
- 72500000 - Computer-related services

## Release History

- 24 Sep 2021 at 15:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9be62a9c-5cd7-4ebd-939d-f6469cc67d7c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9be62a9c-5cd7-4ebd-939d-f6469cc67d7c
  24th September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/608a4909-d062-4e37-9f97-c3d898648919

## Provenance

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