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title: "Palo Alto Firewall Maintenance - AWARD"
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# Palo Alto Firewall Maintenance - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-86f0e978-d713-4415-9422-762b4f74f2a3

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## Summary

The procurement process, conducted by the University of Sunderland, involves the maintenance of Palo Alto firewall network equipment. It falls under the industry category of maintenance and repair of data network equipment and is located in Sunderland, England, with the specific postal code SR1 3SD. This process has reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to Khipu Networks Limited, a large-scale supplier, on 30th June 2025. The procurement was executed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 30th May 2025 and a contract period starting from 17th June 2025 to 16th June 2028. The total contract value is £729,545.71 GBP.

This awarded contract offers numerous business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in IT network maintenance and support. Such businesses, especially those capable of meeting the requirements of a large educational institution like the University of Sunderland, can benefit significantly from similar tenders. While this specific procurement is best suited for larger firms, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the necessary expertise in network equipment maintenance may also find opportunities in related tenders. Engaging in contracts of this nature can enhance a company's portfolio and increase its market presence within the public sector.

## Notice

Provision of Firewall Network Equipment Maintenance (Palo Alto) for the University of Sunderland.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a6339e5-84f3-471c-bb73-eb9e206e3dee |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 13 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 16 Jun 2025 - 16 Jun 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £729,545 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £729,545 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR1 3SD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KHIPU NETWORKS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50312300 - Maintenance and repair of data network equipment

## Release History

- 13 Jun 2025 at 13:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a6339e5-84f3-471c-bb73-eb9e206e3dee

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a6339e5-84f3-471c-bb73-eb9e206e3dee
  13th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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