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title: "Checkpoint Firewalls - WAN Replacement Project"
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buyer: "BOURNEMOUTH CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE COUNCIL"
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# Checkpoint Firewalls - WAN Replacement Project

Buyer: BOURNEMOUTH CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-900b98a2-70e9-47da-888e-ba200cc43a5e

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## Summary

The Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole Council has initiated a procurement process for the "Checkpoint Firewalls - WAN Replacement Project", aimed at the acquisition of two physical firewalls to enhance data security across over 80 council locations in the South West of England. This procurement, classified under the CPV category for office and computing machinery, was conducted via an open procedure and has reached the award stage, with the contract valued at £54,948. The tender period concluded on 13th February 2020, and the contract commenced on 17th February 2020, set to conclude by the same date in 2021.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT security solutions and infrastructure, particularly those able to supply cutting-edge firewall technology. SMEs that focus on innovative cybersecurity products and services are well-positioned to compete for similar contracts in the future, enabling potential growth through public sector engagements. Businesses that can demonstrate reliability, technical expertise, and value for money will find themselves particularly suited to meet the needs of the council and other governmental bodies seeking to bolster their cybersecurity measures.

## Notice

The purchase of two physical firewalls to secure the Council's data transactions and internet across more than 80 Council offices and buildings. Additional information: This contract was awarded following the approval of a Waiver to waive the requirement to openly advertise the opportunity.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d54f8c13-f59c-4233-984f-fc2074c02f85 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Feb 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Feb 2020 |
| Contract period | 17 Feb 2020 - 17 Feb 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £54,948 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £54,948 |
| 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 | BOURNEMOUTH CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE COUNCIL |
| Locality | BOURNEMOUTH |
| Post town | Bournemouth |
| Postcode | BH2 6DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Local authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Electoral ward | Bournemouth Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bournemouth West |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

## Release History

- 17 Feb 2020 at 15:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d54f8c13-f59c-4233-984f-fc2074c02f85

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d54f8c13-f59c-4233-984f-fc2074c02f85
  17th February 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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