Award

Managed File Transfer Solution

PENSION PROTECTION FUND

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28 Aug 2025 at 10:10

Summary of the contracting process

The Pension Protection Fund, located in Croydon, England, recently completed a tendering process for a Managed File Transfer Solution, classified under the industry category of Compliance Software Package (CPV code 48170000). The tender process, initiated as a 'Call-off from a framework agreement' using a selective procurement method, culminated in an active award to Softcat Plc on 14 August 2025. The contract period extends from 1 September 2025 to 31 August 2026, with a total award value of £140,355.53. The procurement covered delivery locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in compliance software and associated services. Although not specifically suited for SMEs or VCSEs, larger firms with experience in providing managed file transfer solutions may find valuable opportunities for engagement. Businesses that are part of existing framework agreements and possess the capability to deliver services across multiple regions, including international locations, will be well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. The completed tender by the Pension Protection Fund highlights the ongoing demand for robust file transfer solutions, paving the way for companies intending to expand their footprint in the public sector market.

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Notice Title

Managed File Transfer Solution

Notice Description

KCS Y23065 Software Products and Associated Services - Manage File Transfer Solution

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-14a181bd-0ac4-4547-8aaa-02aee7033bf1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8638d0f3-aa1b-4d0a-8604-f7cd854916c9
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48170000 - Compliance software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£140,355 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£140,355 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Aug 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PENSION PROTECTION FUND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CROYDON
Postcode
CR0 2NA
Post Town
Croydon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI62 Croydon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Croydon
Electoral Ward
Fairfield
Westminster Constituency
Croydon West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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