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title: "Provision of Patch Manager Plus"
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# Provision of Patch Manager Plus

Buyer: INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-31e5af54-1b9b-4818-a437-e6125f0ea8a6

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## Summary

The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) in the United Kingdom has completed the award stage for a contract titled "Provision of Patch Manager Plus," aimed at enhancing server patch management to safeguard against vulnerabilities and comply with ISO27001 and PCI audit standards. This procurement, classified under software package and information systems, falls within the services category and the process utilised a selective method via call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £35,372.9, has been awarded to Insight Direct (UK) Ltd. It commenced on 1 March 2026 and will run until 28 February 2029, situated primarily at the IPO's site in Newport, NP10 8QQ.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services and software solutions, with particular relevance to firms familiar with network security and compliance standards. The procurement process emphasised suitability for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), making it an attractive prospect for such entities looking to expand their portfolio within public sector engagements. The framework approach provides a streamlined path for businesses to engage with major frameworks, particularly for those already integrated with established governmental procurement frameworks.

## Notice

The IPO requires a replacement server patch management solution to maintain security, meet ISO27001 and PCI audit requirements, and protect the network from vulnerabilities and ransomware.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e43cedd1-7d22-4550-b374-587de84026d3 |
| 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 | 19 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,992 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,372 |
| 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 | INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OFFICE |
| Locality | CARDIFF ROAD |
| Post town | Newport |
| Postcode | NP10 8QQ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport |
| Local authority | Newport |
| Electoral ward | Tredegar Park and Marshfield |
| Westminster constituency | Newport West and Islwyn |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INSIGHT DIRECT (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 19 Feb 2026 at 11:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e43cedd1-7d22-4550-b374-587de84026d3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e43cedd1-7d22-4550-b374-587de84026d3
  19th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9aa219bd-c002-4ea6-bf8b-722d50e56dba
  RM6098-Framework-schedule-6a-short-order-form-template-and-call-off-schedules-v3.0-1 - Patch Manager Plus REDACTED

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