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title: "DA from NHS SBS / 19 / AB / WAB / 9411 (Digital Workplace Solutions) FW for the Patch my PC security tool contract"
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# DA from NHS SBS / 19 / AB / WAB / 9411 (Digital Workplace Solutions) FW for the Patch my PC security tool contract

Buyer: STOCKTON-ON-TEES BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9bcd141f-e160-453e-a264-cb1e6ca0eb4c

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Patch my PC security tool contract was initiated by Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, located in England. This specific contract, titled "DA from NHS SBS / 19 / AB / WAB / 9411 (Digital Workplace Solutions) FW," falls under the industry category of software package and information systems. The procurement process utilised a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, which directly awarded the contract to Phoenix Software. The award stage was reached on 24th June 2025, with the contract period set to commence on 30th August 2025 and conclude on 29th August 2028. This service-oriented procurement emphasises enhancing security by ensuring automatic updates and patches for applications across all machines, specifically targeting the North East of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in software and information systems, particularly those that can provide ongoing security and system maintenance services. While the current contract has been directly awarded, businesses that specialise in creating automated software solutions or offer comprehensive IT support services can position themselves as future competitors or partners for similar opportunities. Given that the direct award was made to a large-scale enterprise, smaller firms might explore forthcoming framework agreements or partnerships with larger prime contractors to leverage their niche offerings within the digital workplace solutions sector.

## Notice

The purchase will be made through an appropriate framework. In accordance with the framework's guidelines, we will directly award the contract to Phoenix Software. This product will enhance our security posture by ensuring all applications are patched automatically and kept up to date on all machines. This will be procured via a Direct Award through the NHS Framework, complying with their framework rules.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d3112db-28e9-4a99-9287-ee40aedb0274 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 29 Aug 2025 - 29 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £21,736 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £21,736 |
| 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 | STOCKTON-ON-TEES BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | STOCKTON-ON-TEES |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS17 6BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees |
| Local authority | Stockton-on-Tees |
| Electoral ward | Mandale & Victoria |
| Westminster constituency | Middlesbrough and Thornaby East |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PHOENIX SOFTWARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2025 at 13:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d3112db-28e9-4a99-9287-ee40aedb0274

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d3112db-28e9-4a99-9287-ee40aedb0274
  21st July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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