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title: "GB-Exeter: SWAST-0628-IMT-18-19 Penetration Testing"
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buyer: "SOUTH WESTERN AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS FT"
published: "2018-06-06"
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# GB-Exeter: SWAST-0628-IMT-18-19 Penetration Testing

Buyer: SOUTH WESTERN AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS FT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e70e1634-a670-4363-96fa-3afec4d4184e

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## Summary

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust is seeking tenders for a contract titled "GB-Exeter: SWAST-0628-IMT-18-19 Penetration Testing". This procurement falls within the computer audit and testing services industry and will take place in Exeter, South West, United Kingdom. The tender process is currently in the active stage and follows an open procurement method, with submissions accepted until 3rd July 2018 at 23:59 BST. The contract is valued at GBP 100,000, with a minimum value of GBP 50,000, and is set to commence on 21st September 2018, lasting until 20th September 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that have expertise in penetration testing and cybersecurity services. Given the nature of this contract, businesses that specialise in computer auditing and have a proven track record in providing similar security assessments are particularly well-suited to compete. With the growing emphasis on data security in public services, successful bidders can position themselves for future contracts in the expanding realm of cybersecurity services.

## Notice

Penetration Testing 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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3593045-3aed-4151-8977-767e5d9c00ac |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jun 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jul 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Sep 2018 - 20 Sep 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 | SOUTH WESTERN AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS FT |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX2 7HY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | St Loyes |
| Westminster constituency | Exmouth and Exeter East |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72800000 - Computer audit and testing services

## Release History

- 6 Jun 2018 at 14:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3593045-3aed-4151-8977-767e5d9c00ac

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3593045-3aed-4151-8977-767e5d9c00ac
  6th June 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Exeter:-SWAST-0628-IMT-18-19-Penetration-Testing/2X7BJ7264U
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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