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IT130 BACKUP RECOVERY AND CYBERSECURITY SOLUTION

GATESHEAD COUNCIL

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17 Dec 2024 at 09:53

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17 Dec 2024 at 09:46

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19 Apr 2023 at 15:44

Summary of the contracting process

Gateshead Council has completed the procurement process for an IT Backup, Recovery, and Cybersecurity Solution under the title "IT130 Backup Recovery and Cybersecurity Solution". This project will enhance the existing backup and recovery system with additional cybersecurity features, providing a comprehensive and integrated solution. The procurement falls under the hardware and software industry category, with delivery to Gateshead, postcode NE8 1HH. The procurement method was selective through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 24th September 2024, and the contract period spans from 9th December 2024 to 8th December 2029. The project involved a total value of GBP 747,653.14, with Softcat plc awarded the contract.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in cybersecurity, backup, and recovery solutions. Companies providing advanced hardware and software capabilities, particularly those experienced with public sector requirements, are well-positioned to benefit from such contracts. The comprehensive nature of the project, integrating various aspects of cybersecurity and data recovery, illustrates the potential for growth through supplying and maintaining essential technological infrastructure. Large-scale enterprises such as Softcat plc are ideally suited to compete, given the scale and complex requirements of the contract.

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Notice Title

IT130 BACKUP RECOVERY AND CYBERSECURITY SOLUTION

Notice Description

A Backup, Recovery and Cybersecurity Solution for Gateshead Council to increase both the Cyber Resiliency and Recovery Readiness afforded by the currently adopted Backup and Recovery solution by incorporating additional Cybersecurity features/functionality to provide a robust, complete and fully integrated Backup, Recovery and Cybersecurity solution. The project will also involve the refresh of ALL currently commissioned backup storage hardware targets together with the provision of a robust replacement for the Council's current Backup and Recovery Software Solution.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b45da8b5-45fa-4798-858b-8dce63599115
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ae7619d-1207-42c2-8142-3f5a62c6e954
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, 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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

48 - Software package and information systems

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

44316400 - Hardware

48710000 - Backup or recovery software package

51611100 - Hardware installation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£747,653 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£747,653 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
2 May 2023Expired
Award Date
12 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
9 Dec 2024 - 8 Dec 2029 Over 5 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
GATESHEAD COUNCIL
Contact Name
Andrew Thompson
Contact Email
andrewthompson@gateshead.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0191 433 2891

Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE8 1HH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
Bridges
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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