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15 Jul 2026 at 15:02

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06 Nov 2024 at 12:08

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Web Gateway Solution" by Essex County Council, based in Chelmsford, England, has culminated in the awarding of a contract. This selective tender, following a call-off from a framework agreement, is classified under the "Internet service providers ISP" category and focuses on services to enhance cybersecurity by preventing breaches. The contract period spans from 1st November 2024 to 31st October 2027, with the award being made to BYTES SOFTWARE SERVICES LIMITED. With a contract value of £328,300.17, the status of the tender has been marked as complete.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in cybersecurity solutions and services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could find this type of contract advantageous, especially those with the capability to deliver robust internet service provider solutions. Companies experienced in working with local government entities may also find this sector appealing due to the structured procurement process and potential for long-term collaboration.

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Notice Title

Web Gateway Solution

Notice Description

ECC's Web Gateway Solution prevents breaches by making applications, data and services inaccessible to attackers while allowing trusted users to securely and directly connect to protected resources from anywhere

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8af913c7-a142-417b-81f0-e0641b6498c3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b2ee8e7-2aef-4b10-b96a-11c1299cfdee
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

72411000 - Internet service providers ISP

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£328,300 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£328,300 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2024 - 31 Oct 2027 2-3 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
Essex County Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHELMSFORD
Postcode
CM1 1QH
Postcode Area
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Moulsham and Central
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Bytes Software Services

Further Information

Notice Documents

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