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title: "Design, supply, installation, support and development of a replacement tier of enterprise network firewalls."
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# Design, supply, installation, support and development of a replacement tier of enterprise network firewalls.

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF HULL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2970b676-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The University of Hull is seeking bids for a contract titled "Design, supply, installation, support and development of a replacement tier of enterprise network firewalls," focusing on security software and related services. This procurement process, classified under the CPV code 48730000, falls within the goods category and utilizes a selective procurement method following a restricted procedure. The tender period has ended as of 5 February 2016, with the contract expected to run from 2 May 2016 to 1 May 2020. The project is based in Hull, Yorkshire and the Humber region, UK. The award for the contract was active as of 5 August 2016, with a total value of £900,000 awarded to Xchanging PLC.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in security technologies and services, particularly those offering security software packages, virus protection software, or programming services. Companies with expertise in developing and implementing security strategies or technologies that complement existing systems will find this tender particularly relevant. Engaging in this project could enhance visibility and growth potential for businesses looking to expand their offerings in the university and higher education sectors.

## Notice

Design, supply, installation, support and development of a replacement tier of enterprise network firewalls and complementary security technologies or services. Additionally, it is the aim of this partnership and underlying contract to offer complementary security products and/or services in order to further develop the University's security strategy, technology and process tiers. Additional information: Register on the e-tendering website (unless already registered in which case just sign-in) to access the PQQ documents.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef7a5bb7-989b-449e-98af-122b745c8a13 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Feb 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Aug 2016 |
| Contract period | 15 Aug 2016 - 15 Aug 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £900,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF HULL |
| Locality | HULL |
| Post town | Hull |
| Postcode | HU6 7RX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Local authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | XCHANGING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48730000 - Security software package
- 48760000 - Virus protection software package
- 72212000 - Programming services of application software

## Release History

- 14 May 2018 at 11:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef7a5bb7-989b-449e-98af-122b745c8a13
- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1e4e4b8-cfcc-4b18-b11f-35a86b322997

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef7a5bb7-989b-449e-98af-122b745c8a13
  14th May 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1e4e4b8-cfcc-4b18-b11f-35a86b322997
  6th January 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login
  e-tendering website

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