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2025-060 Internal Vulnerability?Scanning of?Infrastructure Solution

OFGEM

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23 Oct 2025 at 16:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, managed by Ofgem, pertains to the "2025-060 Internal Vulnerability Scanning of Infrastructure Solution". This tender involves providing a cloud-based infrastructure solution aimed at identifying and assessing security weaknesses within internal IT environments, with remote access capabilities for troubleshooting. It falls under the "Network infrastructure" industry category and includes network management and software services. The procurement was conducted as an open procedure and has reached the award stage, with the contract being awarded to SoftCat PLC. The project covers multiple locations, including the United Kingdom and wider areas such as Europe and the British Overseas Territories. The contract spans from 15th October 2025 to 14th October 2028, with a value of £328,475.32.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in network infrastructure and security solutions. Companies with capabilities in providing comprehensive IT and software solutions that include secure network management would be well-positioned to compete. As the procurement method used is open, it offers equal opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises, enhancing their chances of entering into long-term partnerships with a reputable organisation like Ofgem. This contract not only supports business expansion into new geographical locations but also bolsters credentials in the IT security sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2025-060 Internal Vulnerability?Scanning of?Infrastructure Solution

Notice Description

This contract is for a supplier to provide a comprehensive cloud-based Infrastructure Solution which identifies and assesses security weaknesses within internal IT environments. The solution must include secure, remote access and support capabilities, enabling Ofgem's IT Service Desk technicians to remotely connect to, and troubleshoot, end user devices regardless of their location.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a0b218ed-87f9-4225-8e46-31eefd395f0d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e64a819c-392e-4b51-b7fa-9263225d204e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

32424000 - Network infrastructure

48200000 - Networking, Internet and intranet software package

48210000 - Networking software package

72511000 - Network management software services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£328,475 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£328,475 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
14 Oct 2025 - 14 Oct 2028 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
OFGEM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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