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Darktrace Enterprise solution

ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL

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19 Dec 2025 at 13:41

Summary of the contracting process

The Isle of Wight Council has completed the award of a contract under the title "Darktrace Enterprise solution," focusing on the software package and information systems industry category. This procurement involved securing the Darktrace Enterprise Active AI Security platform through a direct award method via G Cloud 14, highlighting the procurement's emphasis on IT and security services. The contract, valued at £212,808.54, will be executed between 28th December 2025 and 27th December 2027, with delivery across the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage of this contract is marked as complete, with the award announced on 19th December 2025.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for firms specialising in IT security solutions, especially those focusing on artificial intelligence-led cyber defence. The project is well-suited for large enterprises that can offer comprehensive support and service within the stipulated contract period. It presents a valuable chance for companies to expand their service offerings to public sector clients, provided they can meet the high standards expected by an experienced buyer like the Isle of Wight Council. Opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises might be limited unless they can form strategic partnerships or consortia to enhance their competitive edge.

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Notice Title

Darktrace Enterprise solution

Notice Description

Darktrace Enterprise Active AI Security platform that secures against cyber-attacks using self-learning AI. Procured via G Cloud 14 Additional information: This is both goods and services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-45f72e7d-2337-4625-b0a1-4a29cb007bfe
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8606f76e-179c-429a-b3d0-872c05cba019
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£212,808 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£212,808 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
28 Dec 2025 - 27 Dec 2027 1-2 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
ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
PO30 1UD
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ34 Isle of Wight
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Isle of Wight
Electoral Ward
Newport Central
Westminster Constituency
Isle of Wight West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EKCO CLOUD AND SECURITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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