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Patch my PC software Renewal

NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE

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03 Apr 2026 at 12:59

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Audit Office (NAO), situated in London, England, has concluded the procurement process for the provision of "Patch My PC software Renewal," an automated patch management tool aimed at updating and securing third-party Windows applications. This contract falls within the information technology services category and was awarded to Bechtle Direct Limited. Following a limited competitive quotation procurement method, this award, valued at £13,667.72 including VAT, commenced on 12th March 2026 and spans an initial three-year period with the potential for two one-year extensions, ultimately concluding on 11th March 2031. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, which was officially published on 3rd April 2026.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the information technology sector, particularly those specialising in automated software updates and patch management services. Although the procurement method was competitive but limited, smaller enterprises and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find similar opportunities attractive, given the procurement's suitability criteria. Companies with expertise in maintaining software security and efficiency without manual interventions are well-positioned to compete. With the UK's centralized location and a focus on digital infrastructure, this contract represents a beneficial prospect for suitable businesses looking to build a robust portfolio within public sector contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Patch my PC software Renewal

Notice Description

National Audit Office (NAO) awarded a contract to the supplier Bechtle Direct Limited who will be providing Patch My PC an automated patch management tool that keeps third party Windows applications updated and secure without manual effort. The contract duration of an initial 3 years will commence from Thursday 12th March 2026 until Sunday 11th March 2029 with 2, 12 months extension until Tuesday 11th March 2031. The estimated value of PS13,667.72 inclusive of VAT for the duration of the contract

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70797c69-8bbd-41cb-8141-9a78e4418abc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£13,667 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£13,667 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Apr 2026Today
Submission Deadline
1 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
12 Mar 2026 - 11 Mar 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1W 9SP
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Pimlico North
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BECHTLE DIRECT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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