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title: "Palo Alto Flex Credits"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION"
published: "2026-04-29"
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# Palo Alto Flex Credits

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a69c5779-6bfd-4307-8499-2395d597f096

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## Summary

The Department for Education (DfE), based in London, has completed the award stage for the procurement process titled "Palo Alto Flex Credits," classified under network components in the goods category. This contract, valued at £99,948, involves supplying flex credits for the DfE's firewall solution across multiple regions including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and further afield. The procurement method used was a selective call-off from a framework agreement, indicating a targeted approach towards vendors with established credentials. The contract period began on 15 March 2026 and is set to conclude on 14 March 2027, following the tender period which ended on 9 March 2026.

As the procurement process is geared toward supplying high-level IT solutions, businesses specialising in network systems and cyber security would find valuable growth opportunities through partnerships and service provision to governmental departments. Large-scale businesses with experience in fulfilling framework agreements, particularly in the technology sector, are well-suited to compete in such tenders. The contract was awarded to CDW LIMITED, a large supplier, indicating the DfE's preference for established suppliers in this category. Such contracts can bolster a company's portfolio by enabling partnerships with a governmental entity while ensuring business continuity and expansion into varied geographic locations.

## Notice

Flex Credits for DfE Firewalling Solution (Palo Alto)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/148e0e1b-5a82-4525-9c88-7d56ad8fba80 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 15 Mar 2026 - 14 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £99,948 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £99,948 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | SW1 3BT |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32422000 - Network components

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2026 at 14:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/148e0e1b-5a82-4525-9c88-7d56ad8fba80

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/148e0e1b-5a82-4525-9c88-7d56ad8fba80
  29th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3f955fc1-40c6-46e6-a22c-87eaf9123a28
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