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title: "Secure web gateway (SWG) proxy service"
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# Secure web gateway (SWG) proxy service

Buyer: STUDENT LOANS COMPANY LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-478539c8-4a4b-42bf-86cc-9023418b1a1c

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## Summary

The Student Loans Company Limited (SLC) has successfully awarded a contract concerning the provision of a Secure Web Gateway (SWG) proxy service, a vital cybersecurity solution designed to filter malicious web traffic and protect against threats. The contract, under the industry category of Data Security Software Package (CPV code: 48732000), has been awarded to IOMART Managed Services Limited. The procurement was carried out through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at GBP 972,879, commences on 19th July 2026 and spans until 18th July 2029, covering services across Scotland, United Kingdom. The award was issued on 16th July 2026, with the procurement process classified as complete.

This procurement offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in cybersecurity services, particularly those familiar with the Zscaler SWG platform. Suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the opportunity provides a significant avenue for expansion within the cybersecurity industry, especially for those looking to align with established government frameworks and extend their service offerings within Scotland. Businesses that can deliver scalable, cloud-based solutions with advanced threat protection may find lucrative prospects through participation in such procurement processes, enhancing their portfolio and potentially securing further contracts in the public sector.

## Notice

A secure web gateway (SWG) proxy service is a cybersecurity solution that filters malicious web traffic, enforces corporate policies, and protects against threats for remote users and offices. SLC have adopted the Zscaler SWG platform as the strategic cybersecurity solution. It delivers secure, cloud-based internet access through advanced threat protection, SSL inspection, data loss prevention without relying on on-premises appliances. The cloud solution provides operational improved performance, scalability and a lower cost of deployment. The current contract for the Zscaler services and premium support started on 19th July 2022 on a two (2) year term with the option to extend for two (2) twelve-month periods. Both the extension periods were contracted for, with the end date being 18th July 2026. For technical reasons the decision was taken by SLC to continue with ZScaler technology.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29143495-06cc-44c4-98b7-1df4f563a18b |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 18 Jul 2026 - 18 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £972,879 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £972,879 |
| 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 | STUDENT LOANS COMPANY LIMITED |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G5 8DF |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Govan |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow South West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IOMART MANAGED SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48732000 - Data security software package

## Release History

- 24 Jul 2026 at 07:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29143495-06cc-44c4-98b7-1df4f563a18b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29143495-06cc-44c4-98b7-1df4f563a18b
  24th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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