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title: "Penetration Testing for the University of Edinburgh Business Objects (BI Suite)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000590029"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
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published: "2019-07-05"
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# Penetration Testing for the University of Edinburgh Business Objects (BI Suite)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000590029

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh has recently completed a procurement process for Penetration Testing services aimed at enhancing its information security. The tender, titled “Penetration Testing for the University of Edinburgh Business Objects (BI Suite),” utilised the open procurement method and was conducted under the Crown Commercial Services Framework Agreement RM3764ii Lot 2. The procurement process was officially concluded on 19th June 2019, with the awarded contract valued at £12,000 and located in Edinburgh, UK, specifically addressing the services sector within the education industry.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in information security and penetration testing services, especially for SMEs looking to expand their client base. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in security assessments and a proven track record in delivering reliable services in challenging environments would be well-suited to compete for such tenders. Engaging with the University of Edinburgh may not only enhance a business’s credibility but also open doors to further collaborations within the education sector and beyond.

## Notice

The UoE uses the Crown Commercial Services managed Framework Agreement RM3764ii Lot 2 for the provision of Penetration Testing Services. To reduce costs and achieve the best value for money it has been decided to carry out a Mini-Tender within this Agreement. We will utilise 'Buying Option - Short Tender'. The purpose of the completed tender is to select the contractor that best meets our requirements. One supplier has been awarded the contract.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The UoE has identified an on-going requirement to have the ability to call on the services of a Penetration Testing company as part of a security-testing Framework for the UoE's network and systems run on behalf of all staff and students. Information Security has an ongoing operational requirement to enhance the UoE's information security posture and will help determine the acceptable level of risk in what is recognised as a challenging environment to secure. The purpose of this tender is therefore to: - To determine best value and quality based on the supplier responses. - To continue to provide resilient, reliable services. - Minimise support costs and ensure the UoE is achieving value for money. - To create an agreement that will result in the UoE nominating a sole contractor. - This tender may be subject to post-tender clarification. The UoE has the authority to pass over tenders and approve or not approve award of a contract.. N/A

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL359463 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jul 2019 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jun 2019 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £12,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1HT |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CONTEXT INFORMATION SECURITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48810000 - Information systems

## Release History

- 5 Jul 2019 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL359463

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL359463
  Penetration Testing for the University of Edinburgh Business Objects (BI Suite) - The UoE uses the Crown Commercial Services managed Framework Agreement RM3764ii Lot 2 for the provision of Penetration Testing Services. To reduce costs and achieve the best value for money it has been decided to carry out a Mini-Tender within this Agreement. We will utilise 'Buying Option - Short Tender'. The purpose of the completed tender is to select the contractor that best meets our requirements. One supplier has been awarded the contract.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/procurement/supplying
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000590029

## Provenance

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