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title: "Forescout Network Access Control (NAC) Refresh & Renewal"
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# Forescout Network Access Control (NAC) Refresh & Renewal

Buyer: SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a49a57a5-e2a3-4b6e-a316-59dcf419a0d5

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## Summary

Southampton City Council, acting as the buying organisation, has completed the contracting process for the "Forescout Network Access Control (NAC) Refresh & Renewal" project. This procurement falls under the industry category of IT services, specifically consulting, software development, Internet and support, with the location at Civic Centre, Southampton, SO14 7LY, England. The procurement stage is currently at the 'Award' phase, with the award having been granted on 23rd October 2025. The contract period is set for 26th February 2026 to 25th February 2029. The procurement was carried out using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, targeting SMEs for participation.

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those that can provide expertise in network access control systems. It is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), given the suitability criteria explicitly mentioned. Organisations with capabilities in consulting, systems renewal, and providing long-term solutions for enhancing network infrastructure could find this contract beneficial for expanding their portfolio and establishing a relationship with a public sector entity like Southampton City Council. The awarded supplier for this project, Bluefort Security Limited, exemplifies a successful partner profile, highlighting the potential for similar-sized enterprises to participate in such procurement opportunities.

## Notice

The renewal of the Forescout system which is coming to end of life (EOL) in February 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2504286-ba4e-438e-8835-4297bb8c2f73 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 26 Feb 2026 - 25 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £174,921 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £174,921 |
| 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 | SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO14 7LY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Bargate |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Itchen |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLUEFORT SECURITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 23 Oct 2025 at 15:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2504286-ba4e-438e-8835-4297bb8c2f73

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2504286-ba4e-438e-8835-4297bb8c2f73
  23rd October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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