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title: "Provision of Firewall"
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published: "2024-06-06"
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# Provision of Firewall

Buyer: SOLIHULL COLLEGE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5011bbca-0945-45c5-a15b-30a0b09fbd67

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## Summary

Solihull College is seeking to procure IT software packages for a 'Provision of Firewall' project, with a total value of £150,000. The tender is currently in the planning stage, with a tender deadline set for June 14, 2024. The procurement method for this contract is an open procedure, and the contract period is scheduled to start from July 1, 2024, to July 31, 2027. The project falls under the main procurement category of goods and is located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender opportunity presents a chance for IT software providers and computer network services companies to compete for a contract with Solihull College. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are specifically encouraged to participate. Successful bidders will have the opportunity to provide IT services and consulting to the College, contributing to the enhancement of their IT infrastructure and network security. Companies offering solutions compatible with Sophos software are well-suited for this opportunity, ensuring seamless integration with the College's existing IT framework over the next three years.

## Notice

The College has used Sophos firewall in conjunction with a Sophos MDR for a number of years with great success throughout the evolving IT configuration. The purpose of this procurement process is to ensure the College has access to the latest updates at best value for money. The College would welcome proposals utilising Sophos software to retain ease of integration with the Sophos MDR which will operate for the next 3 years. Alternate compatible systems will be considered however only where appropriate, proven migration tools can be fully costed / supplied and a smooth transition with minimal College resource requirement evidenced. Additional information: Please register on In-tend for full access to all tender documents https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b876b852-5fdc-41f1-a780-6683e5f4e321 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jun 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOLIHULL COLLEGE |
| Locality | SOLIHULL |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B91 1SB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG32 Solihull |
| Local authority | Solihull |
| Electoral ward | St Alphege |
| Westminster constituency | Solihull West and Shirley |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48517000 - IT software package
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 72700000 - Computer network services

## Release History

- 6 Jun 2024 at 13:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b876b852-5fdc-41f1-a780-6683e5f4e321

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b876b852-5fdc-41f1-a780-6683e5f4e321
  6th June 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal/aspx/Home

## Provenance

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