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title: "Sophos Licenses"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-07"
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# Sophos Licenses

Buyer: NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-61b78406-95c0-4ef6-85a3-1657ef75bc3e

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## Summary

The NHS Shared Business Services Limited has completed the procurement process for renewing its Sophos licenses, essential for maintaining robust cybersecurity across its digital infrastructure. This procurement, classified under the anti-virus software package industry category, was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The buying organisation is headquartered in Manchester, England, with the delivery location specified as postcode M11 6EU. The process has moved to the award stage with the contract being awarded to Softcat PLC on 21st January 2026, and it will span from 9th February 2026 to 8th February 2029. The total value of this contract is £313,974 GBP.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in cybersecurity software solutions, particularly those with the capacity to support large-scale operations like those of NHS Shared Business Services. The procurement process is particularly well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as indicated in the tender suitability criteria. Participating in such tenders can significantly contribute to business growth by expanding market reach and enhancing corporate reputation through association with a prestigious public sector client. Companies equipped with expertise in framework agreement call-offs could leverage this opportunity to showcase their capabilities in delivering essential cybersecurity products.

## Notice

The renewal of Sophos licenses to maintain robust cybersecurity across its digital infrastructure.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a5d4320-0a41-45ce-afe3-283bf937009f |
| 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 | 7 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Feb 2026 - 8 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £313,974 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £313,974 |
| 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 | NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 6EU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48761000 - Anti-virus software package

## Release History

- 7 May 2026 at 15:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a5d4320-0a41-45ce-afe3-283bf937009f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a5d4320-0a41-45ce-afe3-283bf937009f
  7th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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