Scope
Description
AHDB is looking to renew the security analysis tools/services it uses when developing software. This will be for the contract period of 2 years followed by an option to extend 2 more years via yearly increments, thereafter the opportunity will be put out to quote/tender (value dependant) again. As part of the contract, AHDB has an expectation that there will be ongoing dialogue to support AHDB make appropriate use of the tools and services. AHDB's aim in such tools/services is to reduce security vulnerabilities that might be introduced into AHDB applications via internal development, development by a third-party on behalf of AHDB, but where security scanning is carried out by AHDB, or via the use of open-source software components. AHDB reserve the right to modify and/or amend this opportunity and the tender documentation enclosed at its discretion, at any time.
Total value (estimated)
- £72,000 excluding VAT
- £86,400 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 8 August 2025 to 7 August 2027
- Possible extension to 7 August 2029
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
Two year term, with an option to extend for a further 2 incremental yearly extensions (1+1)
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services
- 72800000 - Computer audit and testing services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
This procurement is reserved for
- UK suppliers
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs)
Conditions of participation
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Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
10 June 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
13 June 2025, 5:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
All submissions should be made through the Atamis portal here: https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome Bidders may need to register and can do so through the link provided.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Quality 50% Price 50%
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
AGRICULTURE AND HORTICULTURE DEVELOPMENT BOARD
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PBHX-8363-MBBV
Middlemarch Business Park
Coventry
CV3 4SU
United Kingdom
Contact name: Aisha Shehzad
Email: procurement@ahdb.org.uk
Region: UKG13 - Warwickshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government