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Privilege Access Management Software

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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21 Jan 2026 at 09:51

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for 'Privilege Access Management Software' was conducted by Hampshire County Council (HCC), located at The Castle, Winchester, England. This cyber security tender falls under the industry category of 'Software package and information systems' with CPV code 48000000. The tender, valued at £419,000, was awarded to Ultima Business Solutions Limited on 8th January 2026, following a selective procurement method via a call-off from the Kent Commercial Services Software Products and Associated Services Framework. The contract will commence on 1st April 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2029, with the delivery location specified as SO23 8UJ.

This awarded contract offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in cybersecurity, particularly those proficient in Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions. Companies capable of providing robust software that manages and audits privileged accounts to prevent unauthorized access would find this tender a fertile ground for growth. While the tender is well-suited for large organisations like Ultima Business Solutions Limited, SMEs with strong cybersecurity capabilities may also benefit from competing in similar opportunities through framework agreements, accentuating their capacities for managing sensitive data securely and efficiently.

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Notice Title

Privilege Access Management Software

Notice Description

Privileged Access Management (PAM) software is a cybersecurity solution that secures, manages, and monitors privileged accounts-those with elevated access to critical systems and data. It uses a combination of processes and technologies to help prevent unauthorised access, control administrative functions, and reduce the risk of data breaches by enforcing the principle of least privilege. PAM provides an additional source of auditing making it easier to identify misuse of administration interfaces. PAM acts as a strong deterrent against the insider threat, where a legitimate system administrator may consider abusing their access. PAM provides additional guard rails to help system administrators protect their access credentials and protect them from accidentally making unintended changes. As HCC has numerous systems that host sensitive material it is imperative the cybersecurity of these systems is monitored for data breaches. This contract will enable IT to continue to ensure systems that help deliver HCC services are safe and secure. Additional information: This contract was awarded by calling off from the Kent Commercial Services Software Products and Associated Services Framework Reference Y23065

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce1fea27-9359-429a-b30d-ed5383dfa12e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
£419,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£419,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 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
HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WINCHESTER
Postcode
SO23 8ZB
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ULTIMA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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