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EfficientIP _ Core Network Domain and Security Management

UNIVERSITY OF DERBY

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25 Nov 2025 at 14:06

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Derby has successfully concluded a procurement process titled "EfficientIP _ Core Network Domain and Security Management," following the selective procurement method under the JISC Network solutions framework, Lot 13. This process is associated with managing core network domains and security for their internal systems to mitigate cyber threats. The procurement falls within the field of software packages and information systems, with the award valued at £279,379.20 GBP. Located in Derby, UK, this contract was awarded to IP-PERFORMANCE LTD on 6th November 2025, with the contract period commencing on 7th December 2025 and concluding on 6th December 2030.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software systems, particularly those offering network security and management solutions. Companies like IP-PERFORMANCE LTD, identified as a small and medium enterprise (SME), are well-suited for such projects, demonstrating that SMEs can successfully secure substantial contracts with prominent institutions such as universities. Businesses looking to expand their portfolio in academic or public sector network solutions can consider similar tenders to foster growth and enhance their industry credibility and market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

EfficientIP _ Core Network Domain and Security Management

Notice Description

Direct Award under: JISC Network solutions framework Lot 13 Proc2719 https://www.jisc.ac.uk/network-solutions-framework EfficientIP (system name) provides core network domain and security management for all devices connected to UoD's internal, including mitigating the risk from any rogue devices causing network disruption and/or cyber threats.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e86b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076892-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Award under framework
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£279,379 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
7 Dec 2025 - 6 Dec 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF DERBY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
bidsupport@derby.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE22 1GB
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Allestree
Westminster Constituency
Mid Derbyshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IP-PERFORMANCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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