Trend Micro Zero Trust Secure Access

STUDENT LOANS

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Summary of the contracting process

The Student Loans Company, a central government public authority based in Darlington, is the buying organisation for a completed public procurement process titled "Trend Micro Zero Trust Secure Access." The tender, which focused on IT services including consulting, software development, and support, was facilitated under a limited procurement method with below-threshold competition. The award stage concluded on 29 April 2025 with a contract awarded to Softcat PLC, a large supplier located in Marlow, with the contract term set from 9 May 2025 to 8 May 2027.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in innovative cybersecurity solutions, especially those capable of implementing zero trust network security frameworks. While this opportunity has been awarded, similar tenders may arise, presenting opportunities for IT service providers with a focus on secure network architecture. Companies aiming to expand their portfolio in the public sector or increase their market presence in government contracts should consider engaging in such processes, particularly those with experience in complex IT service provision and government contract compliance.

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Trend Micro Zero Trust Secure Access

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Contract Timeline

Publication Date

29th April 2025 08:08:37 AM
Contract Summary

Zero trust (ZT) is an architectural approach and goal for network security that assumes that every transaction, entity, and identity is untrusted until trust is established and maintained over time. ZT strategies contrast with the legacy view that a network is secure unless security systems identify a breach.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-0508c8

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Award, Contract

Procurement Method

Limited

Procurement Method Details

Below Threshold - Limited Competition

Procurement Category

N/A

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

STUDENT LOANS

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

commercial_governance@slc.co.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Memphis Building Lingfield Point

Darlington

DL1 1RW

United Kingdom
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

SOFTCAT PLC

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Trend Micro Zero Trust Secure Access

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