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Palo Alto Firewall Maintenance - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND

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13 Jun 2025 at 13:58

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, conducted by the University of Sunderland, involves the maintenance of Palo Alto firewall network equipment. It falls under the industry category of maintenance and repair of data network equipment and is located in Sunderland, England, with the specific postal code SR1 3SD. This process has reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to Khipu Networks Limited, a large-scale supplier, on 30th June 2025. The procurement was executed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 30th May 2025 and a contract period starting from 17th June 2025 to 16th June 2028. The total contract value is £729,545.71 GBP.

This awarded contract offers numerous business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in IT network maintenance and support. Such businesses, especially those capable of meeting the requirements of a large educational institution like the University of Sunderland, can benefit significantly from similar tenders. While this specific procurement is best suited for larger firms, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the necessary expertise in network equipment maintenance may also find opportunities in related tenders. Engaging in contracts of this nature can enhance a company's portfolio and increase its market presence within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Palo Alto Firewall Maintenance - AWARD

Notice Description

Provision of Firewall Network Equipment Maintenance (Palo Alto) for the University of Sunderland.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-86f0e978-d713-4415-9422-762b4f74f2a3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a6339e5-84f3-471c-bb73-eb9e206e3dee
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50312300 - Maintenance and repair of data network equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£729,545 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£729,545 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
16 Jun 2025 - 16 Jun 2028 3-4 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
UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3SD
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KHIPU NETWORKS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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