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Proxy Server

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)

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20 Nov 2024 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, successfully completed a tender process for a proxy server solution on 20th November 2024. The procurement falls under the health industry category and is specifically aimed at bolstering the cybersecurity and internet traffic control for Cardiff and Vale Health Board (CAVUHB) in Cardiff, UK. This project was conducted using a restricted procedure, classified as a service contract. The awarded contract is valued at £250,000 and was signed on the same day, with Trustco plc identified as the supplier.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the cybersecurity and IT infrastructure sectors. The project outlines critical needs such as improving security, managing internet traffic, and protecting against cyber threats, making it particularly suitable for companies specializing in these areas. Given the requirements, large IT service providers with proven cybersecurity solutions and experience in managing complex IT infrastructures would be well-equipped to compete in similar future tenders.

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Notice Title

Proxy Server

Notice Description

Cardiff and Vale Health Board (CAVUHB) are looking for a proxy server solution. A proxy server is a system that provides a gateway between the CAVUHB and the internet and controls all internet traffic.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The purpose of this gateway is to: a) Improve security b) Secure employees' internet activity c) Balance internet traffic to prevent crashes d) Control the websites employees and staff access in the office e) Save bandwidth by caching files or compressing incoming traffic The proxy server is an essential layer of security which protects the Health Board against common cyber security threats such as malware as it prevents Health Board staff from accessing banned/malicious sites. Without a proxy server, network traffic is open to significant Cyber Security risks.

Options: The Health Board may wish to purchase additional professional days as and when required

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-146189
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=146189
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
fern.rideout@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1443848585

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF15 7QZ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Taff's Well
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TRUSTCO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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