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title: "Firewall Remote Access Support"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4b51d991-85e6-423a-8a42-771de0450928"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2024-07-25"
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# Firewall Remote Access Support

Buyer: HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4b51d991-85e6-423a-8a42-771de0450928

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## Summary

Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract titled "Firewall Remote Access Support" to SEP 2 Limited, focusing on computer support and consultancy services. This contract encompasses remote support for both software and hardware Checkpoint Firewalls at HCC, including vendor licensing for software updates. The procurement process, utilising a selective method through the GCloud 13 Framework (Reference RM1557.13), reached the award stage on 29th May 2024. The contract period is set to begin on 1st August 2024 and conclude on 28th February 2026. Located in Winchester (SO23 8UJ), this opportunity falls under the industry category of computer support and consultancy services and represents a significant investment of £176,889 GBP.

This tender presents a substantial business growth opportunity, particularly for IT support and consultancy firms specialising in security and firewall management. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are highly encouraged to participate. The awarded contract to a large-scale supplier like SEP 2 Limited indicates the need for significant expertise and capability, suggesting a competitive environment ripe for capable firms ready to deliver high-quality, specialised remote support services. Businesses with relevant experience and a robust service delivery model can leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolio and establish a strong presence in public sector IT support services.

## Notice

This contract is for the provision of remote support for both software and hardware Checkpoint Firewalls at HCC. The support will include vendor licensing for software updates. Additional information: This contract was let using the GCloud 13 Framework Reference RM1557.13

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52cb5fa1-7d79-42f1-a660-573e3e7f5cf4 |
| 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 | 25 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 29 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 May 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2024 - 28 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £176,889 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £176,889 |
| 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 | HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | WINCHESTER |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO23 8ZB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Winchester |
| Electoral ward | St Michael |
| Westminster constituency | Winchester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SEP 2 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

## Release History

- 25 Jul 2024 at 12:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52cb5fa1-7d79-42f1-a660-573e3e7f5cf4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52cb5fa1-7d79-42f1-a660-573e3e7f5cf4
  25th July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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