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Sophos Licenses

NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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07 May 2026 at 15:01

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Shared Business Services Limited has completed the procurement process for renewing its Sophos licenses, essential for maintaining robust cybersecurity across its digital infrastructure. This procurement, classified under the anti-virus software package industry category, was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The buying organisation is headquartered in Manchester, England, with the delivery location specified as postcode M11 6EU. The process has moved to the award stage with the contract being awarded to Softcat PLC on 21st January 2026, and it will span from 9th February 2026 to 8th February 2029. The total value of this contract is £313,974 GBP.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in cybersecurity software solutions, particularly those with the capacity to support large-scale operations like those of NHS Shared Business Services. The procurement process is particularly well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as indicated in the tender suitability criteria. Participating in such tenders can significantly contribute to business growth by expanding market reach and enhancing corporate reputation through association with a prestigious public sector client. Companies equipped with expertise in framework agreement call-offs could leverage this opportunity to showcase their capabilities in delivering essential cybersecurity products.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Sophos Licenses

Notice Description

The renewal of Sophos licenses to maintain robust cybersecurity across its digital infrastructure.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-61b78406-95c0-4ef6-85a3-1657ef75bc3e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a5d4320-0a41-45ce-afe3-283bf937009f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

48761000 - Anti-virus software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£313,974 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£313,974 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
9 Feb 2026 - 8 Feb 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS 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
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 6EU
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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