Award

Tuffin Firewall Renewal

UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)

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07 May 2026 at 09:46

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Summary of the contracting process

The contract titled "Tuffin Firewall Renewal" was conducted by the University of Salford, located at 43 Crescent, Salford, England, with postal code M54WT. This procurement process falls under the software package and information systems industry category, with a contract value amounting to £48,730. Initiated as a "Call-off from a framework agreement," it utilised a selective procurement method. The award phase of the process has been completed, with the award notice published on 7th May 2026. The contract period is set from 5th May 2026 to 4th May 2028, offering businesses a two-year engagement. The tender was aimed at goods procurement, with the tender period concluding on 1st May 2026.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in software package and information systems. The contract was awarded to Academia Ltd, a large-scale supplier, indicating the suitability for companies of significant size and scope. However, the suitability criteria also highlighted potential opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies with capabilities in providing robust firewall solutions and interested in long-term contracts with a prestigious educational institution like the University of Salford would find this tender particularly attractive. Such engagements not only provide financial growth opportunities but also bolster industry credibility and experience.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tuffin Firewall Renewal

Notice Description

Award notice for Tuffin Firewall. NWUPC Framework SLRA

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c1eab3bf-15be-49c7-b863-22cac93738a1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed428ec4-eee8-4f94-b1df-29eec0aa4ebd
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
£48,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£48,730 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
4 May 2026 - 4 May 2028 2-3 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
UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M5 4WT
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACADEMIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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