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Firewalling Solution 2025

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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12 Aug 2025 at 13:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education, based in Sanctuary Buildings, London, has concluded a procurement process for the "Firewalling Solution 2025" project. This contract involves the renewal of software for Palo Alto products and falls under the "Software package and information systems" industry category. The procurement method was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender covered a broad delivery area, including the UK and several overseas territories. The tender stage is complete, and the contract, valued at £2,291,676.47, was awarded to CDW LIMITED, a large-scale supplier, on 24th July 2025. The contract commenced on 1st August 2025 and will run until 31st July 2028.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in providing software solutions, particularly those specialising in firewall technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could find similar tenders particularly well-suited, given this contract's suitability criteria. Engaging with framework agreements can pave the way for substantial growth, offering a chance to partner with large institutions like the Department for Education. Companies looking to break into international markets may also find opportunities, as the delivery requirements span regions outside the UK. Such contracts allow businesses to expand their reach and build robust portfolios through high-profile public procurement projects.

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Notice Title

Firewalling Solution 2025

Notice Description

Renewal of software relating to all Palo Alto products currently implemented for DfE's firewalling solution.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ff38cb40-e5c4-4182-b584-6808c6f2cee3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6caca25-efa7-4007-a7fb-87d8413d0822
Current Stage
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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
£2,291,676 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,291,676 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2028 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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CDW

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