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15 Jul 2026 at 16:48

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 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Postcode Area
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 Plc

Further Information

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