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GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: T25-0017 - Palo Alto Firewall Replacement

NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY

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30 Jun 2026 at 08:50

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Summary of the contracting process

Northumbria University has concluded a procurement process for the replacement of a Palo Alto Firewall, under the title "T25-0017 - Palo Alto Firewall Replacement". The procurement falls within the services category and specifically targets the data security software package industry. The project, located in the North East of the United Kingdom, reached the award stage on 30th June 2026, with the active contract period spanning from 29th June 2026 to 28th June 2029. The procurement process, identified by the code BIP1046489606, had an overall awarded value of £865,227.16, with CDW Limited serving as the supplier. This process was initiated through an unspecified procurement method.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in advanced data security solutions, particularly those with experience in handling large-scale software installations. Companies with capabilities in innovative firewall technologies and a track record of successful implementation in educational settings would be well-suited to compete in such tenders. Additionally, businesses that can demonstrate compliance with security standards and offer comprehensive support services can leverage this tender to strengthen their market position and foster business growth in the technology sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: T25-0017 - Palo Alto Firewall Replacement

Notice Description

Palo Alto Firewall Replacement

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1a34d29b-2feb-4ddd-bd7f-5119c5265fd6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eeca2234-6f65-4f8b-ade0-cd3f32758511
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48730000 - Security software package

48732000 - Data security software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£865,227 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£865,227 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
28 Jun 2026 - 28 Jun 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
NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8ST
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
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CDW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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