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title: "BSMHFT Firewall Replacement"
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# BSMHFT Firewall Replacement

Buyer: UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3fb3b1db-5c92-4f9a-85be-e58311aa0b0a

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## Summary

The procurement process for "BSMHFT Firewall Replacement" was managed by the University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, located in Birmingham, UK (postal code B15 1NU). This contract, classified under the CPV code 48730000 ('Security software package'), falls within the services category. The process was conducted through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The award stage has been completed, with key dates including the tender period ending on 1st January 2024, the contract starting on 7th February 2024, and ending on 6th February 2029. The total value of the contract is £950,000, with the awarded amount being £927,860.23. The awarded supplier is BYTES SOFTWARE SERVICES LIMITED.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies specialising in security software packages. SMEs that have robust capabilities in offering IT security solutions would find this contract particularly advantageous due to the procurement's allowance for such firms to compete. The successful completion of this long-term contract could enhance a company's portfolio and reputation in providing critical services to large health sector organisations like the University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

## Notice

C256289

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62b43d5c-2677-42b2-9a4a-0fc4a360e455 |
| 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 | 30 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Feb 2024 |
| Contract period | 7 Feb 2024 - 6 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £950,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £927,860 |
| 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 HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 1NU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BYTES SOFTWARE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48730000 - Security software package

## Release History

- 30 Jul 2024 at 10:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62b43d5c-2677-42b2-9a4a-0fc4a360e455

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62b43d5c-2677-42b2-9a4a-0fc4a360e455
  30th July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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