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Palo Alto Firewall Security Subscriptions

BATH SPA UNIVERSITY

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16 Apr 2026 at 10:37

Summary of the contracting process

The contract titled "Palo Alto Firewall Security Subscriptions," awarded by Bath Spa University, falls under the IT services industry category. Located in Bath, United Kingdom, the University has completed the procurement process using a direct method below the competition threshold. The contract aims to provide a 1-year renewal for Palo Alto Firewall security subscriptions, including threat prevention and support, for Newton Park and Locksbrook Road. The procurement date was 21st October 2025, with the contract period commencing on 19th November 2025 and concluding on 18th December 2025.

This awarded contract to KHIPU NETWORKS LIMITED, an SME specialising in software packages and IT services, presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in cybersecurity and IT infrastructure. Companies focusing on investigation and security systems, as well as those offering comprehensive software support solutions, will find this contract lucrative for expanding their services within the educational sector. The direct procurement approach without competition suggests that niche providers with quick adaptability and specialised service offerings are well-suited to engage in similar future opportunities.

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Notice Title

Palo Alto Firewall Security Subscriptions

Notice Description

Palo Alto Firewall security subscription, threat prevention and support, 1-year renewal for Newton Park and Locksbrook Road.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0683f3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034592-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

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

79700000 - Investigation and security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£117,315 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Oct 20256 months ago
Contract Period
19 Nov 2025 - 18 Dec 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BATH SPA UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA2 9BN
Post Town
Bath
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Saltford
Westminster Constituency
North East Somerset and Hanham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KHIPU NETWORKS

Further Information

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