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title: "Security Vulnerability Scanning Tool"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-fd1ff608-f94f-4ffb-a93e-d36e4bdd3ead"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "PENSION PROTECTION FUND"
published: "2024-12-03"
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# Security Vulnerability Scanning Tool

Buyer: PENSION PROTECTION FUND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fd1ff608-f94f-4ffb-a93e-d36e4bdd3ead

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## Summary

The Pension Protection Fund has completed the procurement process for a Security Vulnerability Scanning Tool, titled "Tenable.io Vulnerability Management and Tenable Lumin licences x1200 for 12 months." This falls under the Software package and information systems category (CPV code: 48000000). The procurement method followed was selective, with a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract is set to begin on 20th November 2024 and end on 19th November 2025. The scope includes delivery across various regions including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and the United Kingdom. The tender process reached the award stage with Bytes Software Services Limited securing the contract valued at £51,348. Key dates to note include the tender period ending on 15th November 2024 and the award notice published on 3rd December 2024.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in cybersecurity and software services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete in such procurements due to the inclusive suitability criteria. Engaging in contracts like this can help businesses expand their service offerings, build a proven track record in the public sector, and enhance their reputation with high-profile clients such as the Pension Protection Fund. Companies with expertise in software package development and information systems are particularly encouraged to look out for similar opportunities in future procurement cycles.

## Notice

KCS Software and Associated Services Framework - Tenable.io Vulnerability Management and Tenable Lumin licences x1200 for 12 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59edc9e2-656e-4396-955d-609db16f05af |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 20 Nov 2024 - 19 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £51,348 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £51,348 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 3 Dec 2024 at 13:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59edc9e2-656e-4396-955d-609db16f05af

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59edc9e2-656e-4396-955d-609db16f05af
  3rd December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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