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Proxy Server

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)

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20 Nov 2024 at 16:17

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, has completed the procurement process for a Proxy Server solution under the NHS SBS Digital Workplace Solutions Framework (Reference Number: SBS/19/AB/WAB/9411). The contract was awarded on 20th November 2024 to Trustco plc for £250,000. The procurement method was a restricted procedure, and the initiative was classified under CPV code 72222300 for Information Technology Services. The main purpose of the proxy server is to enhance security, manage employees' internet usage, balance internet traffic, and save bandwidth by caching files or compressing incoming traffic. This initiative is located in Cardiff, United Kingdom (UKL22 region) and pertains to the services category.

This tender presents significant opportunities for firms specialising in IT security solutions, especially those capable of providing advanced and scalable proxy server systems. It offers business growth potential by allowing companies to showcase their capability in cybersecurity, network management, and IT infrastructure support. Although the contract was awarded to a large entity, Trustco plc, businesses equipped with innovative technologies and competitive service offerings, particularly those focusing on cybersecurity measures, could find similar opportunities in future tenders from the NHS or other public bodies.

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Notice Title

Proxy Server

Notice Description

Cardiff and Vale Health Board (CAVUHB) are looking for a proxy server solution. A proxy server is a system that provides a gateway between the CAVUHB and the internet and controls all internet traffic.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The purpose of this gateway is to: a) Improve security b) Secure employees' internet activity c) Balance internet traffic to prevent crashes d) Control the websites employees and staff access in the office e) Save bandwidth by caching files or compressing incoming traffic The proxy server is an essential layer of security which protects the Health Board against common cyber security threats such as malware as it prevents Health Board staff from accessing banned/malicious sites. Without a proxy server, network traffic is open to significant Cyber Security risks.

Options: The Health Board may wish to purchase additional professional days as and when required

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04bd6d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037574-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
Emma Lane
Contact Email
emma.lane@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+44 02921501375

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF14 4HH
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Heath
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TRUSTCO

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