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Jisc Foundation Plus

UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA

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15 Sep 2025 at 10:29

Summary of the contracting process

The University of East Anglia, a public authority located in Norwich, UK, has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Jisc Foundation Plus." The tender falls under the industry category of services, specifically focusing on data security software and data network support services. The procurement was conducted without competition, as it fell below the threshold, and utilised a direct procurement method. The contract awarded to Jisc Services Limited, a large supplier based in Bristol, UK, began on 16th September 2025 and will run until 15th September 2030, with a total contract value of £32,280 GBP. This process entered the award stage on 15th September 2025.

This contract offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in data security and network support services. Companies capable of providing 24/7 protection against DDoS attacks, ensuring business continuity and minimising disruptions, would find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. As the demand for cybersecurity solutions rises, businesses in this sector can expand their market presence by securing similar contracts, enhancing their portfolios, and establishing long-term partnerships with educational institutions and other public authorities.

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Notice Title

Jisc Foundation Plus

Notice Description

The University requires 24/7 year-round protection from DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attacks giving them enhanced network protection at key times of the year. This allows for business continuity, to ensure uninterrupted business operations and minimising disruptions

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059a1a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056493-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

48732000 - Data security software package

72315100 - Data network support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£32,280 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
15 Sep 2025 - 15 Sep 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@uea.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR4 7TJ
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JISC SERVICES

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