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Multi-Factor Authentication & Single Sign On (MFA/SSO) IT System

KENT COMMUNITY HEALTH N H S FOUNDATION TRUST

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13 May 2026 at 12:57

Summary of the contracting process

The Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust has completed a public procurement process for the provision of a Multi-Factor Authentication and Single Sign On (MFA/SSO) IT system. The project falls under the security software package category and is located in the South East of the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted via a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, with the award stage being completed on 27th March 2026. The contract commenced on 1st April 2026 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2027, with a total contract value of £517,000. This tender was open to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), reflecting its suitability for these types of businesses.

This contract presents significant opportunities for business growth within the IT and cybersecurity sectors, especially for organisations specialising in security software solutions. The project’s focus on MFA and SSO systems suggests a demand for expertise in secure authentication processes, highlighting potential opportunities for IT providers with a track record in delivering robust security solutions. Small to medium enterprises looking to expand their portfolio in the public health sector and those with experience in similar government framework agreements would find this contract a promising venture to leverage their credentials.

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Notice Title

Multi-Factor Authentication & Single Sign On (MFA/SSO) IT System

Notice Description

Provision of a Multi-Factor Authentication and Single Sign On (MFA/SSO) system.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-331d66c5-e9bd-4a61-9833-481257555f16
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6082dbeb-2d5b-495d-9563-f4fa61bf1f55
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48730000 - Security software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£517,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£516,866 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 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
KENT COMMUNITY HEALTH N H S FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ASHFORD
Postcode
TN25 4AZ
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Goat Lees
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSIGHTS DIRECT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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