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Firewall Remote Access Support

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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25 Jul 2024 at 12:34

Summary of the contracting process

Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract titled "Firewall Remote Access Support" to SEP 2 Limited, focusing on computer support and consultancy services. This contract encompasses remote support for both software and hardware Checkpoint Firewalls at HCC, including vendor licensing for software updates. The procurement process, utilising a selective method through the GCloud 13 Framework (Reference RM1557.13), reached the award stage on 29th May 2024. The contract period is set to begin on 1st August 2024 and conclude on 28th February 2026. Located in Winchester (SO23 8UJ), this opportunity falls under the industry category of computer support and consultancy services and represents a significant investment of £176,889 GBP.

This tender presents a substantial business growth opportunity, particularly for IT support and consultancy firms specialising in security and firewall management. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are highly encouraged to participate. The awarded contract to a large-scale supplier like SEP 2 Limited indicates the need for significant expertise and capability, suggesting a competitive environment ripe for capable firms ready to deliver high-quality, specialised remote support services. Businesses with relevant experience and a robust service delivery model can leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolio and establish a strong presence in public sector IT support services.

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Notice Title

Firewall Remote Access Support

Notice Description

This contract is for the provision of remote support for both software and hardware Checkpoint Firewalls at HCC. The support will include vendor licensing for software updates. Additional information: This contract was let using the GCloud 13 Framework Reference RM1557.13

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4b51d991-85e6-423a-8a42-771de0450928
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52cb5fa1-7d79-42f1-a660-573e3e7f5cf4
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

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


CPV Codes

72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£176,889 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£176,889 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2024 - 28 Feb 2026 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
HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WINCHESTER
Postcode
SO23 8ZB
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SEP 2

Further Information

Notice Documents

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