---
title: "tt_33970 - Penetration testing for an online self-assessment tool"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000617896"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2020-03-16"
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# tt_33970 - Penetration testing for an online self-assessment tool

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000617896

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## Summary

The Scottish Government is currently at the completion stage of the procurement process for a contract titled "Penetration testing for an online self-assessment tool". This project falls under the services category, specifically within the information technology sector, with a focus on cybersecurity. The relevant activity took place in Edinburgh, and the contract was awarded on 7th March 2020, with a total value of £3,800. The procurement method utilised for this contract was a selective process, adhering to a restricted procedure, indicating a careful selection of suppliers based on specific criteria.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in cybersecurity and IT services, particularly those that provide penetration testing solutions. With previous bids comprising diverse suppliers, including an active small and medium-sized enterprise (SME), this contract may attract interest from both established firms and new entrants in the market. Companies with expertise in security assessments and a track record of delivering similar services would be well-positioned to engage in future bids, thus enhancing their business growth prospects in the public procurement landscape.

## Notice

Penetration testing for the Fairwork Convention website

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR383731 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Mar 2020 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £3,800 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH6 6QQ |
| 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 | Leith |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | QUORUM CYBER SECURITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

## Release History

- 16 Mar 2020 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR383731

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR383731
  tt_33970 - Penetration testing for an online self-assessment tool - Penetration testing for the Fairwork Convention website

## Notice URLs

- http://
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000617896
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/edinburgh-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court

## Provenance

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