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title: "IT Health Check (ITHC) - AWARD"
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# IT Health Check (ITHC) - AWARD

Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2d4dcc6d-3002-4e09-8053-faf93adbb095

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## Summary

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council has completed a procurement process awarding a contract for an IT Health Check (ITHC) aimed at assessing the security posture of its infrastructure. This open procedure, classified under computer audit services, has concluded with NTA Monitor Ltd as the chosen supplier. The procurement, associated with the CPV code 72810000, covers comprehensive ICT health checks including quarterly external scans and an annual full scan. The procurement, located in the West Midlands, extends its reach to various regions such as British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, and the United Kingdom. The contract period spans from 4 February 2026 to 3 February 2028, following the completion of the tendering stage that ended on 23 January 2026.

This awarded contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in cybersecurity and IT assessment services. While the opportunity here has already been awarded, similar tenders could be of interest to firms with expertise in identifying and remedying IT vulnerabilities in public sector infrastructures. Large enterprises with a track record in delivering comprehensive IT audits and possessing the infrastructure to conduct extensive international assessments across diverse geographical regions are well-suited to compete for similar opportunities. The procurement process being open allows various established companies in the industry to participate, offering avenues for market expansion and the strengthening of portfolios in public sector cybersecurity enhancements.

## Notice

Sandwell Council seeks a qualified provider to conduct a comprehensive ICT Health Check. The aim is to assess the security posture of our infrastructure, identify vulnerabilities, and provide actionable remediation guidance. This includes both quarterly external scans and an annual full scan. Please see the specification and quality Criteria for further details.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bfef6db3-a84c-499a-9216-a02dc6c507d5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 4 Feb 2026 - 3 Feb 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £89 |
| 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 | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B69 3DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell |
| Local authority | Sandwell |
| Electoral ward | Oldbury |
| Westminster constituency | West Bromwich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NTA MONITOR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72810000 - Computer audit services

## Release History

- 4 Feb 2026 at 10:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bfef6db3-a84c-499a-9216-a02dc6c507d5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bfef6db3-a84c-499a-9216-a02dc6c507d5
  4th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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