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Island Browser Solution

Companies House

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15 Jul 2026 at 14:47

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process concluded for the "Island Browser Solution" involves Companies House as the buying organisation. This procurement falls under the industry category of web server and security software solutions, and is located primarily in the United Kingdom, covering regions such as London, Scotland, and more. The procurement process, identified as a tender initiation now in the award stage, was facilitated through a selective method as part of a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £168,804.65, was awarded on 5th March 2026, with the contracting period starting on 30th March 2026 and running until 29th March 2029.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the software and security services sectors, particularly those specialising in enterprise software solutions. With consideration for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), this tender offers potential for business expansion within the UK and Channel Islands market. The awarded supplier, SOFTCAT PLC, illustrates the suitability of large-scale businesses equipped with the capabilities to fulfil such extensive contracts. This tender is a promising chance for businesses seeking to establish or expand their footprint in the public sector software provision arena.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Island Browser Solution

Notice Description

Enterprise Software Solution -island

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0ab29572-7b83-41d1-8856-713c32720f92
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62a4306d-a5bc-4c69-b0fb-47810f365747
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48222000 - Web server software package

48730000 - Security software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£168,804 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£168,804 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Mar 20266 months ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 29 Mar 2029 3-4 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
Companies House
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF14 3UZ
Postcode Area
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Gabalfa
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Softcat Plc

Further Information

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