Decision details
Authority to procure a Web Security solution using a Framework Agreement (Recordable Officer Decision)
Decision Maker: Strategic Director - Customer and Digital Services
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: No
Purpose:
To seek approval for the procurement of a web security solution for the Shared Technology Services boroughs of Brent, Lewisham and Southwark using a framework to procure a web security solution.
Decision:
(1) To approve inviting bids under the Crown Commercial Service RM6068 Technology Products and Associated Services framework, on the basis of the agreed pre - tender considerations.
(2) To approve Officers evaluating bids referred to in (1) above on the basis of the agreed evaluation criteria.
Reasons for the decision:
It has been determined that the most appropriate means of providing the web security solution is through the procurement of a contractor by way of a mini-competition under the Crown Commercial Service RM6068 Technology Products and Associated Services framework.
Alternative options considered:
Other means of procuring the contract were considered by officers in Shared Technology Services, but it was determined that use of the Framework, rather than procuring a contract by formal tender is best in terms of the reduction in time-scales, costs and resources involved.
Interests and Nature of Interests Declared:
None.
Wards Affected: (All Wards);
Cabinet/Committee Decision or Scheme of Delegation: Officer Scheme of Delegation (Part 3 of Constitution) & Contract Standing Orders
Parties Consulted: Representatives of the three Shared Service London Boroughs have been consulted in relation to the procurement.
Contact: Philippa Brewin, Senior Category Manager, Procurement Email: philippa.brewin@brent.gov.uk Tel: 020 8937 1733.
Publication date: 25/02/2021
Date of decision: 24/02/2021