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title: "GCloud14 Framework"
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buyer: "CANTIUM BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LTD"
published: "2026-05-08"
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# GCloud14 Framework

Buyer: CANTIUM BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-825a8e53-e887-402f-af32-18347688dbe3

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## Summary

The procurement process for the GCloud14 Framework, overseen by Cantium Business Solutions Ltd, has reached its award stage. This contract involves the supply of the Darktrace Active AI Security Platform, a project within the IT software package category. With a contract value of £619,701.29, it covers a contract period from 9th May 2026 to 4th May 2028. The procurement is categorized under 'goods' and involves various delivery locations including the UK, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other global regions. Notably, this contract is not specifically targeted at SMEs or Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender, awarded to EKCO CLOUD AND SECURITY LIMITED, offers significant growth potential for large businesses specializing in IT software, particularly those focusing on security platforms. Companies with capabilities in delivering sophisticated AI-driven security solutions, on a wide international scale, are perfectly positioned to benefit from participating in similar future opportunities within the GCloud framework. By engaging in such substantial government projects, companies can not only enhance their portfolio but also expand their market reach and credibility in the public procurement sector.

## Notice

Darktrace Active AI Security Platform

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f20bf32-a420-4e95-b28c-3f2224def89c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 8 May 2026 - 4 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £619,701 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1 |
| 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 | CANTIUM BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LTD |
| Locality | WEST MALLING |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME19 4YT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ46 West Kent |
| Local authority | Tonbridge and Malling |
| Electoral ward | Kings Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EKCO CLOUD AND SECURITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48517000 - IT software package

## Release History

- 8 May 2026 at 10:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f20bf32-a420-4e95-b28c-3f2224def89c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f20bf32-a420-4e95-b28c-3f2224def89c
  8th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=1034717496
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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