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Automated Penetration Testing Solution

UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

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04 Mar 2026 at 11:30

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process undertaken by the United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust was focused on acquiring an Automated Penetration Testing Solution under the Software package and information systems category. The tender process was facilitated through the Total Technology Framework NOE0552, employing a selective procurement method through a framework agreement. This contract was awarded to Softcat plc for a value of £193,182.70. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with the contract set to commence on 2nd April 2026 and conclude on 1st April 2029. The contract concerns deliveries within England, United Kingdom, specifically targeting the postal code LN2 5QY, and does not favour SMEs or VCSEs. Key dates include the award date on 26th February 2026.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for enterprises in the large-scale software solutions industry, particularly those capable of meeting stringent cyber security standards and demonstrating advanced technological capabilities. Businesses specialising in software package development and information systems can leverage this contract to expand their market presence, collaborate with renowned institutions, and enhance their reputation within the cybersecurity domain. Softcat plc, as the successful bidder, exemplifies the qualities required for thriving in such competitive procurement scenarios.

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Notice Title

Automated Penetration Testing Solution

Notice Description

Automated penetration testing solution to support IC working and cyber maturity. Procured via Total Technology Framework NOE0552

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-227952a6-9f6e-449e-ad9c-277bfeccd8e4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c49e0723-dd23-4197-9e66-908ae5e602b0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
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

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£193,182 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£193,182 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 1 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLNSHIRE
Postcode
LN2 5QY
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Lincoln
Electoral Ward
Abbey
Westminster Constituency
Lincoln

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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