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NHSBSA - C428762 Password Manager

NHS BUSINESS SERVICES AUTHORITY

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13 Apr 2026 at 14:46

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by the NHS Business Services Authority involves a contract titled "NHSBSA - C428762 Password Manager". This falls under the industry category of software package and information systems, specifically for a cloud-hosted password security product. The buying organisation is located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom. The process is currently in the award stage, as of 13th April 2026, with the contract having commenced on 16th March 2026, running until 15th March 2027. The procurement method employed was selective, utilising a call-off from the Crown Commercial Services Technology Products & Associated Services 2 framework agreement. The initial contract period is one year, with the possibility of extension for an additional year.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses that provide software solutions, particularly those specialising in cybersecurity and cloud services. SMEs are considered suitable for this opportunity, which aims to enhance the NHS's capability to protect and manage sensitive login credentials against cyber threats. Large enterprises, such as XMA LIMITED, which has been awarded the contract, demonstrate the competitive landscape, potentially encouraging smaller entities to innovate and offer competitive, cutting-edge solutions in similar future tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHSBSA - C428762 Password Manager

Notice Description

This is a call- off contract from Crown Commercial Services (CCS) RM6098: Technology Products & Associated Services 2 framework agreement. The initial term is 1 year with an extension option of a further 1 year. The contract is for the provision of a cloud hosted password security product which securely stores and manages login credentials and other sensitive information. This software enables NHSABSA to keep and store information, safe from cyber threats and includes the functionality to generate strong passwords.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f2d2e33-95d1-4abe-876b-35a622ee9a63
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
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£25,725 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£51,450 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
16 Mar 2026 - 15 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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
NHS BUSINESS SERVICES AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE15 8NY
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Lemington
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

XMA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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