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Vulnerability Management and Cloud Security

NHS BUSINESS SERVICES AUTHORITY

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15 Aug 2025 at 12:51

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Vulnerability Management and Cloud Security" has been completed by the NHS Business Services Authority, situated in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK. This tender falls under the industry category of IT services, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support, and utilised the 'selective' procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The related contract commenced on 9th July 2025 and is set to end on 18th December 2026, with a total value of £150,000. The process has moved from the Tender to the Award stage, with key participants including SOFTCAT PLC as the supplier.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth in the IT services sector, particularly for businesses specialising in vulnerability management and cloud security solutions. It is especially suited for organisations that can effectively provide services aligning with the NHS Business Services Authority's needs. Companies experienced in engaging through framework agreements and possessing a strong capability in offering tailored IT solutions would find this opportunity advantageous. Although identified as appropriate for SMEs, the procurement's selective nature underscores the importance of having proven expertise and comprehensive service offerings in this domain.

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Notice Title

Vulnerability Management and Cloud Security

Notice Description

Crowdstrike Vulnerability Management and Cloud Security

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4d1435fb-29a7-4667-beca-f548c687c02f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a999671a-8939-46b6-a415-619abd3e0ba9
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

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
8 Jul 2025 - 18 Dec 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
NHS BUSINESS SERVICES AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE15 8NY
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Lemington
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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