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Darktrace Enterprise System

SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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22 Dec 2025 at 16:10

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Darktrace Enterprise System" was completed by Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, a public body governed by public law in the UK health sector. This tender falls under the software package and information systems category, specifically aimed at enhancing cyber security for the trust. Although initiated without prior publication, the process led to the awarding of a contract valued at £525,000 to Softcat PLC. The contract became active on 1st November 2025, following the award decision tagged on 22nd December 2025. The procurement followed a limited method, justified by a technical rationale indicating a lack of competition due to the unique capabilities required.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in cyber security solutions within the healthcare industry. The contract was awarded directly without a public call for competition, indicating the importance of establishing a strong reputation and relationships with entities like the NHS for future opportunities. Large-scale suppliers similar to Softcat PLC, with proven expertise in information systems and the ability to meet specific technical demands, would be well-suited to engage in such procurements. Businesses looking to expand their footprint in public sector contracts could benefit from similar requirements across different NHS trusts.

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Notice Title

Darktrace Enterprise System

Notice Description

Provision of Darktrace Enterprise System

Lot Information

Lot 1

Darktrace Enterprise System for Somerset NHS Foundation Trust for cyber security.

Procurement Information

Direct award against NHS Shared Business Services for Darktrace Enterprise System for 5 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fbea
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085549-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48800000 - Information systems and servers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£525,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Nov 20253 months 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
SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Vicky Matthews
Contact Email
vicky.matthews@somersetft.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 5DA
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK2 Dorset and Somerset

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

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