Planning

CWC26012MW - Virtual Firewalls

WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

15 Jan 2026 at 16:21

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Wolverhampton City Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "CWC26012MW - Virtual Firewalls," targeting the IT services category. This procurement is focused on acquiring a multi-tenanted firewall solution to replace and modernize the existing infrastructure within Wolverhampton, UK. The process involves a Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) where qualified vendors are invited to provide input that will shape the procurement strategy. Key dates include a deadline for PME submission at noon on 12th February 2026, with clarifications due by 9th February 2026. This initiative aims to enhance operational efficiency and security posture for the council’s infrastructure.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses providing IT services, particularly those specialising in firewall solutions, to engage with a significant public sector buyer. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are well-positioned to compete as their participation is encouraged. The focus on modernizing and consolidating the firewall infrastructure will require expertise in cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions. Businesses capable of demonstrating knowledge in operational efficiency and security enhancements through contemporary firewall technologies could benefit significantly by establishing or expanding their footprint with public sector clients like Wolverhampton City Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CWC26012MW - Virtual Firewalls

Notice Description

Wolverhampton City Council are seeking information from qualified vendors regarding the provision of a multi-tenanted firewall solution to replace our current estate of 10 dedicated firewall pairs. The objective is to consolidate and modernize our perimeter security infrastructure to improve operational efficiency, reduce management overhead, and enhance our security posture. The purpose of this Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) is to seek input from potential suppliers within the market, to establish the type of solution and functionality that is available for the consolidation of 10 physical pairs of Firewalls. The PME will provide an opportunity for Wolverhampton City Council (WCC) to obtain an insight into how potential suppliers might approach the delivery of this service and gain an understanding into the likely level of interest from the market. If you would like to participate in the Preliminary Market Engagement please complete and submit the questionnaire available on the Council's website Opportunities - www.wolverhamptontenders.com Preliminary Market Engagement Closing Date - 12 noon on the 12th February 2026 Clarifications Closing Date - 9th February 2026 Demonstrations/Clarifications Meetings - TBC

Planning Information

Wolverhampton City Council are seeking information from qualified vendors regarding the provision of a multi-tenanted firewall solution to replace our current estate of 10 dedicated firewall pairs. The objective is to consolidate and modernize our perimeter security infrastructure to improve operational efficiency, reduce management overhead, and enhance our security posture. The purpose of this Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) is to seek input from potential suppliers within the market, to establish the type of solution and functionality that is available for the consolidation of 10 physical pairs of Firewalls. The PME will provide an opportunity for Wolverhampton City Council (WCC) to obtain an insight into how potential suppliers might approach the delivery of this service and gain an understanding into the likely level of interest from the market. If you would like to participate in the Preliminary Market Engagement please complete and submit the questionnaire available on the Council's website Opportunities - www.wolverhamptontenders.com Preliminary Market Engagement Closing Date - 12 noon on the 12th February 2026 Clarifications Closing Date - 9th February 2026 Demonstrations/Clarifications Meetings - TBC

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060701
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003630-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
12 Feb 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporate.procurement@wolverhampton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WOLVERHAMPTON
Postcode
WV1 1SH
Post Town
Wolverhampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG39 Wolverhampton
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Wolverhampton
Electoral Ward
St Peters
Westminster Constituency
Wolverhampton West

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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