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15 Jul 2026 at 15:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Cyber Security On-call improvements 26" project was managed by NHS England, a central government public authority headquartered in London. This procurement falls under the IT services category, specifically targeting enhancements to the cyber security on-call alerting system. It was conducted through a limited procurement method, as it was below the competitive threshold. The procurement process has reached the award stage and was completed with the contract awarded to SOFTCAT PLC, a large supplier. The contract, signed on 15th July 2026, will commence on 18th December 2026 and conclude on 17th December 2029, for a gross amount of £27,508.46.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in IT services, specifically those offering cyber security solutions and software development. Given the nature and scope of the project, businesses specialising in consulting, internet-based support, and alerting systems are well-positioned to compete in such tenders. Collaborating with NHS England, a prominent public health organisation, can enhance a company's portfolio and reputation in the public sector, leading to further growth and contract opportunities within government frameworks.

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Notice Title

Cyber Security On-call improvements 26

Notice Description

Cyber Security On-Call alerting system to support the NHSE Cyber Security Operations Centre team.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cc41
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066955-2026
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

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
£22,923 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Contract Period
18 Dec 2026 - 17 Dec 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

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