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title: "PAM Tool"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-73e54149-adf9-4ec8-bcb2-f73e3a43087d"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
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# PAM Tool

Buyer: UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-73e54149-adf9-4ec8-bcb2-f73e3a43087d

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by the UK Atomic Energy Authority has been finalised with the award of a contract to Softcat plc for providing a Privileged Access and Session Management (PAM) Tool, along with training and support services. This tender falls within the industry category of Software Package and Information Systems, further specified as an industry-specific software package under CPV classification code 48000000. The procurement process reached the award stage with the contract being completed on 23rd December 2025. The service provision will commence on 6th January 2026 and is scheduled to conclude by 5th January 2029, with a possible one-year extension option. It encompasses a delivery area that includes various international regions—delivering to locations including the UK, British Overseas Territories, and other parts of the world. The total contract value is £536,000 GBP, excluding VAT.

This awarded contract presents a growth opportunity particularly for software companies, especially those that specialise in software package and session management solutions. It allows SMEs and VCSEs the chance to bolster their credentials in working on high-value public contracts, which helps in expanding their market reach and enhancing their service portfolios. The procurement method employed was 'Other' which indicates a non-standard or specialised procurement process. This tender opens avenues for businesses with proficiency in delivering large-scale IT solutions and who can provide substantial customer support and training services to partner with established public sector entities like the UK Atomic Energy Authority.

## Notice

Privileged Access and Session Management, training and support. This is an award notice only not a call to competition. Term is three years with option to extend for a further year. All values are excluding VAT.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c327b27-72cc-4dde-9474-c34d42a01634 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 6 Jan 2026 - 5 Jan 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £536,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £536,000 |
| 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 | UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY |
| Locality | OXFORDSHIRE |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX14 3DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | South Oxfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Sandford & the Wittenhams |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 48100000 - Industry specific software package

## Release History

- 23 Dec 2025 at 17:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c327b27-72cc-4dde-9474-c34d42a01634

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c327b27-72cc-4dde-9474-c34d42a01634
  23rd December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=101230&B=UKAEA
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/72814
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority

## Provenance

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