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title: "NDC0080-26 - Vulnerability Scanning Software"
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# NDC0080-26 - Vulnerability Scanning Software

Buyer: NORTH DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7b8d8ef0-4bfb-45cb-a1d8-311b4ba5c2fe

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## Summary

The public procurement process initiated by North Devon District Council involves the acquisition of "Vulnerability Scanning Software" under the industry category of software package and information systems. This contract, valued at £30,000, is situated in the South West of the United Kingdom and reached the award stage as of 4th June 2026, following a direct award procurement method. The tender period concluded on 19th January 2026, with the contract period running from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029. The buying organisation, operating from Brynsworthy Environment Centre, Barnstaple, involves Central Networks & Technologies as the supplier.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs within the software development and IT solutions industry, specifically those specialising in security systems. Given the direct award nature, businesses that maintain a strong relationship with local councils and can demonstrate reliability and high-quality service would be well-suited to compete in future similar opportunities. The preference for SMEs in this procurement underscores the jurisdiction's encouragement for growth in this sector, offering expansive opportunities for businesses looking to enter or expand within the public sector digital infrastructure market.

## Notice

Vulnerability Scanning Software

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fe4e4db-454e-44cb-9ffe-e11da2055096 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,000 |
| 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 | NORTH DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | BARNSTAPLE |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX31 3NP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | North Devon |
| Electoral ward | Bickington |
| Westminster constituency | North Devon |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CENTRAL NETWORKS & TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 4 Jun 2026 at 13:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fe4e4db-454e-44cb-9ffe-e11da2055096

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fe4e4db-454e-44cb-9ffe-e11da2055096
  4th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.northdevon.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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