UK SBS DDaT23305 - DNS Network Security Platform

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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22 May 2026 at 11:24

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23 Jun 2023 at 08:18

Summary of the contracting process

UK Shared Business Services Limited has awarded a contract for the provision of a DNS Network Security Platform, with Cloudflare, Inc. as the supplier. This contract, identified as DDaT23305, is under the goods category and pertains to security software packages. It was procured through a selective method, specifically a call-off from the G Cloud 13 framework, indicating a tailored approach to supplier selection. Located in Swindon, England, the initial contract duration, commencing on 30th June 2023 and concluding by 29th June 2026, has been extended by 12 months to end on 29th June 2027. The total contract value post-extension is £708,473.99, reflecting an increase of £51,302.64.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the security software sector, particularly those experienced with providing large-scale, sophisticated network security solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were deemed suitable for this contract, suggesting that innovative, agile companies stand to gain from these types of tenders. Firms with expertise in DNS security technologies could leverage this procurement to expand their portfolio, enhance their credibility, and secure long-term partnerships with public sector entities like UK Research and Innovation.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

UK SBS DDaT23305 - DNS Network Security Platform

Notice Description

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation had a requirement for the provision of DNS Network Security Platform. This Call Off contract has been sources via a longlist shortlist exercise on the G Cloud 13 framework (RM1557.13) ***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** Variation 001 has been carried out in accordance with the Call-Off Contract to utilise the optional 12 month extension. This optional extension will increase the total contract value by $51,302.64 excluding VAT.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-595803ab-c09f-4bfe-9470-2e7df5b5ee91
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdd77454-2e5f-4e61-97aa-d2af920d497e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
£708,473 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£152,757 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jun 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jun 20233 years ago
Contract Period
29 Jun 2023 - 29 Jun 2027 4-5 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1UH
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CLOUDFLARE

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