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ClosedStage · preprocurement

DEFRA

ITHC, Penetration Testing & Associated Services

IT ServicesCPV 72000000
ValueValue not published
Deadline13 Jan 2025
Published29 Aug 2024
RegionUK-wide
Timeline
Published 29 Aug 2024ClosedCloses 13 Jan 2025
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The brief

The existing ITHC, Penetration Testing & Associated Services contract let in March 2022 through RM3764.3 Cyber Security Framework 3, expires on 6th March 2025.

The Authority plans to re-procure these services which includes but is not limited to Red/Purple teaming, Digital Forensic Investigations, Penetration Testing and IT Health Checks.

The opportunity is likely to be awarded to multiple suppliers to ensure the volume of requests within the Authority's organisation can be managed efficiently and effectively.

The Authority intends to run market engagement sessions and timelines will be published in the coming months.

For your information, please find links to the existing ITHC contracts here: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/7d2c3d55-1489-4f25-b8ec-05b1661c178c?origin=SearchResults&p=1 https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/80cc1b34-8c63-4743-80c7-ab33cb19e27d?origin=SearchResults&p=1 https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/e4f71649-7fdf-4120-87a8-03920ab59949?origin=SearchResults&p=1 Update 02/10/24 - RM3764.3 Cyber Security Services 3 is the chosen route to market for this procurement.

This is a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) and as such, registration is free and there is no limit on the number of suppliers who can join this DPS Marketplace.

To be considered for this opportunity, you need to be registered on the DPS.

To register as a Supplier, click on the link below and follow the instructions under 'Cyber Security Services 3'. https://supplierregistration.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/dps?_gl=1*ac5z38*_ga*MTY2NjM3MDA0NC4xNzE4ODc3OTAy*_ga_SK4BZ95L7T*MTcyNzg4MDgxMC42OC4xLjE3Mjc4ODE2MTguMC4wLjA.#technology

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The opportunity is likely to be awarded

The opportunity is likely to be awarded to multiple suppliers to ensure the volume of requests within the Authority's organisation can be managed efficiently and effectively.

02

To be considered for this opportunity, you

To be considered for this opportunity, you need to be registered on the DPS.

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