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Forescout Renewal

STUDENT LOANS COMPANY

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08 Apr 2026 at 10:52

Summary of the contracting process

The Student Loans Company, based in Darlington, United Kingdom, recently completed a procurement process titled "Forescout Renewal" for a 12-month security software development service. The process was conducted using a limited procurement method due to it falling below the threshold for extensive competition. The awarded contract was finalised on 24th March 2026 and spans from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027. The primary focus is on the services industry category, specifically targeting security software, with a total contract value of £49,100. The procurement stage reached completion, culminating in an award to Computacenter PLC, a large-scale supplier located in Hertfordshire, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in security software development services. Companies that offer innovative solutions in maintaining and enhancing software security systems, especially those familiar with government contracts, are well-suited to participate in similar future procurement processes. Smaller firms eager to expand their portfolio might also consider forming partnerships or securing subcontracts with larger entities like Computacenter PLC. Engaging in such contracts can bolster reputation, provide stable revenue, and establish valuable connections within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Forescout Renewal

Notice Description

This is a re-procurement of Forescout Software for a 12 month period with no extension options available.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067dc5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031855-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72212730 - Security software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£49,100 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 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
STUDENT LOANS COMPANY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL1 1RW
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Red Hall & Lingfield
Westminster Constituency
Darlington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COMPUTACENTER

Further Information

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