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Provision of Patch Manager Plus

Intellectual Property Office

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19 Feb 2026 at 11:26

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Summary of the contracting process

The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) in the United Kingdom has completed the award stage for a contract titled "Provision of Patch Manager Plus," aimed at enhancing server patch management to safeguard against vulnerabilities and comply with ISO27001 and PCI audit standards. This procurement, classified under software package and information systems, falls within the services category and the process utilised a selective method via call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £35,372.9, has been awarded to Insight Direct (UK) Ltd. It commenced on 1 March 2026 and will run until 28 February 2029, situated primarily at the IPO's site in Newport, NP10 8QQ.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services and software solutions, with particular relevance to firms familiar with network security and compliance standards. The procurement process emphasised suitability for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), making it an attractive prospect for such entities looking to expand their portfolio within public sector engagements. The framework approach provides a streamlined path for businesses to engage with major frameworks, particularly for those already integrated with established governmental procurement frameworks.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Patch Manager Plus

Notice Description

The IPO requires a replacement server patch management solution to maintain security, meet ISO27001 and PCI audit requirements, and protect the network from vulnerabilities and ransomware.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-31e5af54-1b9b-4818-a437-e6125f0ea8a6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e43cedd1-7d22-4550-b374-587de84026d3
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
£12,992 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£35,372 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Feb 20266 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 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
Intellectual Property Office
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF ROAD
Postcode
NP10 8QQ
Postcode Area
Newport
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newport
Electoral Ward
Tredegar Park and Marshfield
Westminster Constituency
Newport West and Islwyn

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Insight Direct (UK) Ltd

Further Information

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