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GFI LANguard Licence Nodes

POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR DURHAM

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02 Sep 2025 at 08:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, managed by the Police And Crime Commissioner for Durham, involved awarding a contract for "GFI LANguard Licence Nodes" within the ICT industry. This initiative aimed to enhance network security by allowing for scanning, detection, assessment, and rectification of security vulnerabilities with minimal administrative effort. The contracting authority is a sub-central government public authority, located at the Police Headquarters, Aykley Heads, Durham, UK. The procurement stage is at completion, with the contract having been signed on 30th July 2025 and activities commencing from 4th August 2025. The contract extends until 3rd August 2026. The procurement method is classified as below threshold - unknown for goods within the location of Durham, UK.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT software and network security solutions. Companies experienced in offering comprehensive network security packages would find this contract appealing, especially those with capabilities in vulnerability assessment and network setup maintenance. The successful supplier, Phoenix Software Limited, indicates that large-scale vendors with a robust supply chain and competitive pricing for software packages could effectively compete for similar future opportunities. The focus on enhancing network security infrastructure aligns well with the growth sectors in digital technology and cybersecurity, making this an enticing avenue for businesses aiming to expand their footprint in the public sector technology space.

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Notice Title

GFI LANguard Licence Nodes

Notice Description

Allows you to scan, detect, assess and rectify security vulnerabilities in your network and secure it with minimal administrative effort. It gives you a complete picture of your network setup, which helps you maintain a secure network faster and more effectively.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0591c4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053002-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48517000 - IT software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£6,018 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
3 Aug 2025 - 3 Aug 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR DURHAM
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@durham.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5TT
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOENIX SOFTWARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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