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Palo Alto Expander - CAN

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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29 Apr 2025 at 17:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has concluded a procurement process titled "Palo Alto Expander - CAN," within the information technology services industry category. This process aimed to establish an External Attack Surface Management capability to enhance cyber resilience and response for Defence. The procurement, managed through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, has reached the Award stage. The contract awarded to Boxxe Limited commenced on 31 March 2025 and concluded on 30 April 2025, with an overall value of £273,583.77. The services cover various locations, including the United Kingdom and additional territories, addressing a comprehensive geographical scope.

This contract presents substantial growth potential for businesses specializing in IT services, particularly those capable of providing enhanced cybersecurity solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) suited to deliver high-standard cyber resilience and response capabilities would find this tender particularly advantageous. Engaging in such government contracts can significantly bolster a company's reputation and portfolio, paving the way for further opportunities within the public sector. Boxxe Limited's successful acquisition of the contract highlights the necessity for formidable industry presence and capability in handling sensitive defence projects.

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Notice Title

Palo Alto Expander - CAN

Notice Description

Requirement to provide an External Attack Surface Management (EASM) capability for Defence, to provide a cyber resilience and detect and respond capability.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cdf862c1-2f8f-42f5-98c1-1e4cfdcf5bc6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d418ad6-3a39-4a9c-998f-738b7221f2e6
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

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£273,583 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£273,583 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 202510 months ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2025 - 30 Apr 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
harry.fletcher110@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CORSHAM
Postcode
SN13 9NR
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Corsham Ladbrook
Westminster Constituency
Chippenham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOXXE

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