Award

Cyber Security Platform

EDINBURGH COLLEGE

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Summary of the contracting process

Edinburgh College has completed the procurement process for the provision of a Darktrace Cyber Security Platform, classified under the education sector. This process follows an open procedure and is located in Edinburgh, specifically in the UKM75 region. The contract was awarded on 8th July 2025 to the supplier Softcat based in Glasgow. The contract, valued at £145,675.79, is now active. This procurement falls within the "goods" category and aims to enhance the college’s cybersecurity infrastructure. The tendering process included an electronic bid from non-EU foreign entities, completing successfully with one bid received and considered.

This tender provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses specializing in cybersecurity solutions, particularly those capable of supplying advanced protection platforms like Darktrace. Large-scale companies, similar to Softcat, with a demonstrated ability to deliver comprehensive cybersecurity solutions within public-sector frameworks, would be well-suited for such tenders. This procurement reflects an ongoing demand for robust cybersecurity infrastructures in the education sector, encouraging suppliers to innovate and offer competitive, value-driven solutions. By successfully engaging with such contracts, businesses can enhance their reputation and expand their reach within UK’s public service sectors.

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Notice Title

Cyber Security Platform

Notice Description

Provision of Darktrace Cyber Security Platform

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000805469
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535516
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48517000 - IT software package

48710000 - Backup or recovery software package

48730000 - Security software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£145,675 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jul 20257 months 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
EDINBURGH COLLEGE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@edinburghcollege.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1315354764

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH11 4DE
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian, TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Sighthill/Gorgie
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

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