Contract for supply of Professional services - VPN Security enhancements to Tech1

REDDITCH BOROUGH & BROMSGROVE DISTRICT COUNCILS

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09 Jun 2026 at 10:09

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Redditch Borough & Bromsgrove District Councils pertains to a contract for the supply of professional services aimed at enhancing VPN security to Tech1, with a completion status marked as 'complete'. This process falls under the 'Data network management and support services' category, as per the CPV classification system. The procurement method employed was a direct award, with the contract period commencing on 4th June 2026 and concluding on 3rd June 2029, located in England, United Kingdom. This opportunity, valued at GBP 26,730, was awarded to Conscia Group UK Limited, an SME, effective from 3rd June 2026.

Opportunities for business growth arise from the provision of network services, specifically within the IT and data management sector. This tender is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in delivering comprehensive data network management services. Companies with expertise in VPN security solutions can significantly benefit from participating in such government contracts, which not only offer financial remuneration but also bolster their portfolio by associating with local councils. Engaging in these contracts can help businesses expand their footprint in the public sector, thereby catalysing growth and fostering long-term partnerships.

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Notice Title

Contract for supply of Professional services - VPN Security enhancements to Tech1

Notice Description

BDC Contract for supply of Professional services - VPN Security enhancements to Tech1 under Framework ref: RM6116 for the provision of Network Services Lot 2(a)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-332eacf1-1007-4764-998d-345f8114cd97
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0dcd92ae-504b-49d5-b88d-af27ce40b1ce
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72315000 - Data network management and support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£26,730 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
3 Jun 2026 - 3 Jun 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
REDDITCH BOROUGH & BROMSGROVE DISTRICT COUNCILS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
REDDITCH
Postcode
B98 8AH
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire 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
Redditch
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Redditch

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONSCIA GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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