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08 Jun 2026 at 10:30

Summary of the contracting process

West Yorkshire Combined Authority has completed a procurement process titled "Infoblox Renewal" for West Yorkshire Police, focused on software package and information systems. The tender was conducted through a selective procurement method via a mini-competition under the 2821-2022 Hardware Framework. This contract, valued at GBP 209,400.11, was awarded to Softcat Plc and covers a three-year period from 7th July 2026 to 6th July 2029. The contract relates to goods to be delivered in the Yorkshire and the Humber region, and it is designed to be suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software and information systems who can provide ongoing services related to the Infoblox renewal. SMEs, in particular, would find this procurement process advantageous due to its tailored framework. With the contract undertaken by an influential buyer like West Yorkshire Combined Authority for an essential public sector body, participating businesses can enhance their portfolio and establish credibility within the public sector market. Companies that are competitive in pricing and have the capacity to engage in framework agreements are well-suited for such opportunities.

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Notice Title

Infoblox Renewal

Notice Description

West Yorkshire Combined Authority has awarded a contract on behalf of West Yorkshire Police for the renewal of Infoblox services. The contract was awarded via a mini-competition under the 2821-2022 Hardware Framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-92c10b0d-8806-4271-9ea5-9175fd9cd70e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2396d0a-3a01-4e56-9c73-8fd02a96c3b7
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

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£209,400 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£209,400 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 Jul 2026 - 6 Jul 2029 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
WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 2DE
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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