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Further Competition for EDR and MTR - AWARD

DERBY COLLEGE

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28 Nov 2025 at 12:11

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Derby College aims to enhance cyber security through the acquisition of Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and Managed Threat Response (MTR) solutions under a mini competition held via the CPC Software Licence Resellers Agreement for Colleges. The procurement falls within the software package and information systems industry category, with the contract spanning from 28 November 2025 to 31 October 2030. The completion of the procurement process is marked by an award to Softcat, valued at £479,499.78, as of 28 November 2025. This contract offers services across various locations, including the United Kingdom, Europe, and several British territories.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses involved in cyber security, particularly those specialising in software solutions and managed services. Companies like Softcat, which can deliver robust cyber security solutions and are experienced with commercial off-the-shelf software, stand to benefit. Given the scope and duration of the contract, it promises stability and potential growth for suppliers that can meet the stringent requirements outlined by Derby College. While not specifically suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, larger companies with a strong presence in the software and security sectors could leverage this contract to expand their market presence and capabilities in educational institutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Further Competition for EDR and MTR - AWARD

Notice Description

To ensure a robust cyber security provision and best value the College wishes to obtain pricing for an EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response solution) and an MTR (Managed Threat Response service for a contract duration of 36 months starting ASAP with two options to extend in annual increments (subject to satisfactory performance and the agreement of rates). This mini competition (also known as a further competition) is being carried out using the CPC Software Licence Resellers Agreement for Colleges, Lot 4 - Other - Miscellaneous and commercial off the shelf software and associated services. See the Mini Comp doc for further details.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f3fa117-0384-4f68-a059-9f26d19ecfef
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not applicable
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£479,499 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
28 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2030 4-5 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
DERBY COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE24 8JE
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Alvaston North
Westminster Constituency
Derby South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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