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Renewal of Threat & Vulnerability Management Software

FCA

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06 Feb 2026 at 16:35

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Summary of the contracting process

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has completed the procurement process for the renewal of Threat & Vulnerability Management Software, which is currently supplied by Qualys. This procurement falls under the IT services industry category, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, Internet, and support services. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £157,922.40, is concentrated in the London region with specific delivery to E20 1JN, United Kingdom. The tender period concluded on 1st May 2024, followed by the contract period starting on 1st June 2024 and ending on 1st June 2025. The award stage was completed with the award date being 1st June 2024, as indicated in the published award notice dated 6th February 2026.

This procurement provides excellent opportunities for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those specialising in threats and vulnerability management. Although the contract has been awarded to SOFTCAT LTD - FCA, future similar tenders could be advantageous for businesses aiming to expand in the IT consulting and software support sectors. Large firms with extensive expertise and capabilities in such IT services would be well-suited to compete in similar procurements, given the selective procurement method and framework agreements typically favour businesses with established capabilities and reputations. As the market continues to evolve, staying informed about such tenders can position businesses favourably for growth in this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Renewal of Threat & Vulnerability Management Software

Notice Description

Renewal of Threat and Vulnerability Management - currently provided by Qualys

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3142122b-6968-4655-9d52-b55277674ee3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0c3144a-b5c1-4fe4-bcb8-ea249acb6538
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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£157,922 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£76,753 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 May 2024 - 1 Jun 2025 1-2 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
FCA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT LTD - FCA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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