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title: "Web Proxy Security Solution"
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# Web Proxy Security Solution

Buyer: PENSION PROTECTION FUND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0d380c04-f1dd-4fbf-b6c8-0a6e1b7aee78

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## Summary

The Pension Protection Fund has awarded a contract for a "Web Proxy Security Solution" under CPV classification 48000000 (Software package and information systems). This call-off from a framework agreement was procured using a selective method and has a total value of £141,575 inc. VAT for a duration of four years, starting on 19 December 2024 and ending on 18 December 2028. The solution covers Forcepoint web security, including web proxy and cache for real-time content scanning, website classification protection, and cloud licences. While the procurement process is complete, the contract may be updated to accommodate changes in requirements such as increased headcount. Deliveries are to be made to multiple locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom.

This tender creates substantial business opportunities for companies specialising in web security solutions, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive web proxy and content scanning services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria. Bytes Software Services, a large-scale provider, has secured the award, demonstrating the contract's potential for fostering significant partnerships and business growth within the tech and cyber-security industry. Businesses well-versed in delivering cloud-based security services and ongoing support would find this tender particularly advantageous.

## Notice

KCS Software and Associated Services Y23065 - Forcepoint web security solution - Web Proxy and cache for real-time content scanning and website classification protection. Cloud licences and essential support. Licence Qty 600. The PS141,575 inc. VAT is for 4 years based on the current requirement of 600 licences. A review will be needed of this quantity for any future increases e.g. in headcount, during the length of this contract and relevant updates then made to sure coverage is accurate.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/86fb7e9e-6ac9-45e1-bc31-67192ec4376e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 19 Dec 2024 - 18 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £141,575 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £141,575 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | PENSION PROTECTION FUND |
| Locality | CROYDON |
| Post town | Croydon |
| Postcode | CR0 2NA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI6 Outer London - South |
| ITL 3 | TLI62 Croydon |
| Local authority | Croydon |
| Electoral ward | Fairfield |
| Westminster constituency | Croydon West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BYTES SOFTWARE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2025 at 09:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/86fb7e9e-6ac9-45e1-bc31-67192ec4376e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/86fb7e9e-6ac9-45e1-bc31-67192ec4376e
  27th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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