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title: "TENDER FOR THE PROVISION OF END POINT SECURITY SOFTWARE AND SUPPORT - AWARD"
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# TENDER FOR THE PROVISION OF END POINT SECURITY SOFTWARE AND SUPPORT - AWARD

Buyer: MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3a22afc3-5758-4399-9b2e-5d05c78d24a9

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## Summary

The procurement process for the provision of endpoint security software and support has been completed by Manchester Metropolitan University, located in Greater Manchester, United Kingdom. The tender, titled "Tender for the Provision of End Point Security Software and Support - Award," aimed to consolidate the university's requirements for next-generation antivirus and anti-malware protection into a single solution. The contract was awarded to Softcat plc, with a total value of £147,765.30. The contract period commenced on 30th January 2019 and will continue until 30th January 2022. The procurement category falls under security software packages in the goods sector, and the tender process was initiated as a competitive tender.

This award presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the cybersecurity industry, particularly those offering security software solutions suitable for educational institutions. As the university seeks consolidated and efficient security measures, vendors providing innovative antivirus and malware protection systems should consider bidding in future tenders. The involvement of larger suppliers like Softcat plc indicates a competitive landscape where specialised knowledge and tailored solutions can help smaller entities stand out. Businesses experienced in endpoint security, particularly those capable of demonstrating sophisticated support structures, will be well-positioned to gain from such procurements.

## Notice

The University currently uses products from three different vendors to provide endpoint security capability. The aim of this tender process is to consolidate the requirements for next generation anti-virus and anti-malware protection for end user devices, servers and storage into a single solution provided by Sophos.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a402ab57-b6f2-4658-a4f1-aa194f24ebae |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Mar 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jan 2019 |
| Contract period | 30 Jan 2019 - 30 Jan 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £147,765 |
| 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 | MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | GREATER MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M15 6BH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Hulme |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48730000 - Security software package

## Release History

- 21 Mar 2019 at 09:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a402ab57-b6f2-4658-a4f1-aa194f24ebae

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a402ab57-b6f2-4658-a4f1-aa194f24ebae
  21st March 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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