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title: "BCH Web Filter"
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# BCH Web Filter

Buyer: CAMBRIDGESHIRE & HERTFORDSHIRE PROCUREMENT DEPARTMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-41dd02a4-5f61-4a07-ab87-0d1fab275c21

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## Summary

The contract titled "BCH Web Filter" was awarded by the Cambridgeshire & Hertfordshire Procurement Department, concerning the purchase of web server software packages classified under CPV code 48222000. This procurement process was conducted as a selective call-off from the Crown Commercial Service Framework RM3733, aimed to replace end-of-life web filtering products. The contract, valued at £128,955.41, has a duration from 22nd July 2019 until 22nd July 2021, and the awarded supplier is Softcat PLC. The procurement stage is complete, with the award notice published on 29th July 2019.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses that specialise in IT hardware and software solutions, particularly those experienced in web server technologies and filtering products. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, as evidenced by the focus on inclusive procurement practices. Firms with capabilities in delivering cutting-edge tech solutions will find this contract particularly relevant, given the ongoing need for robust digital security measures within public sector organisations.

## Notice

Current tri-force web filtering products are End Of Life in July 2019. The quotation was a mini competition under Crown Commercial Service Framework RM3733 lot 1 Hardware. Contract was awarded to Softcat LTD as they submitted the most economically advantageous tender.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/748df200-190c-4305-a7c5-124650f9a04c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 29 Jul 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 30 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Jul 2019 |
| Contract period | 21 Jul 2019 - 22 Jul 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £128,955 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £128,955 |
| 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 | CAMBRIDGESHIRE & HERTFORDSHIRE PROCUREMENT DEPARTMENT |
| Locality | HERTFORDSHIRE |
| Post town | Stevenage |
| Postcode | SG8 7BZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | North Hertfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Royston Palace |
| Westminster constituency | North East Hertfordshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48222000 - Web server software package

## Release History

- 29 Jul 2019 at 10:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/748df200-190c-4305-a7c5-124650f9a04c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/748df200-190c-4305-a7c5-124650f9a04c
  29th July 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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