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title: "RA343829 - WHC - FortiGate 600F Firewall and UTP x2"
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buyer: "WEST HERTS COLLEGE"
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# RA343829 - WHC - FortiGate 600F Firewall and UTP x2

Buyer: WEST HERTS COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-33ab082f-b5e8-440d-8151-86071de78314

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## Summary

West Herts College is seeking suppliers to provide x2 FortiGate 600F Firewalls and Unified Threat Protection (UTP) packages for a 3-year contract. The part code requirement is FG-600F-BDL-950-3. This procurement falls under the industry category of Software package and information systems and will serve multiple delivery addresses, including Watford, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and others. The process followed an open procedure, and the procurement stage is currently complete. Key dates include the award date of 29th August 2024 and a contract start date of 30th August 2024. The procurement method adopted was an open procedure, ensuring wide competition and transparency.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in supplying sophisticated firewall and security solutions. Companies that specialise in network security, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), could find significant business growth potential through this contract. The prestigious association with West Herts College can enhance credibility and provide exposure to further opportunities in the education sector and beyond. As the project does not include configuration or installation requirements, businesses focused purely on the supply chain can leverage their strengths in inventory and prompt delivery to compete effectively.

## Notice

West Herts College require x2 FortiGate 600F Firewall and Unified Threat Protection (UTP) for 3 year period. The part code required is - FG-600F-BDL-950-3. This is a supply only requirement, no configuration or installation is required by the College. The UTP most include all elements of the provided document. Please provide an official quotation, on letter headed paper including all contact details if required. - To access this competition: login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity RA343829. Not registered on MultiQuote - visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote RA343829 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c34f58e8-d990-4373-b75b-6eacf0d85aa0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 29 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £44,129 |
| 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 | WEST HERTS COLLEGE |
| Locality | WATFORD |
| Post town | Watford |
| Postcode | WD1 3EZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Watford |
| Electoral ward | Park |
| Westminster constituency | Watford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 29 Aug 2024 at 15:12 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c34f58e8-d990-4373-b75b-6eacf0d85aa0
- 8 Aug 2024 at 14:20 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c34f58e8-d990-4373-b75b-6eacf0d85aa0
- 31 Jul 2024 at 13:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c34f58e8-d990-4373-b75b-6eacf0d85aa0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c34f58e8-d990-4373-b75b-6eacf0d85aa0
  8th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com

## Provenance

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