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title: "Web filtering and VPN Software"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a6ab165a-d508-4bc8-8754-f8be62c8db0b"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "STROUD DISTRICT COUNCIL"
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# Web filtering and VPN Software

Buyer: STROUD DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a6ab165a-d508-4bc8-8754-f8be62c8db0b

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## Summary

The procurement process for "Web filtering and VPN Software" is overseen by Stroud District Council, located in Stroud, England. This contract falls under the "Software package and information systems" category, with the CPV code 48000000. It was part of a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period began on 4th July 2025 and will conclude on 3rd July 2028. The procurement process is at the award stage, with Softcat PLC being the awarded supplier. The total contract value stands at £27,510 GBP, with the process having been completed, and an award notice published on 7th August 2025.

This tender offers potential for growth to businesses operating in the software industry, particularly those with capabilities in providing web filtering and VPN solutions. It's well-suited for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) due to its selective procurement process, which could mean opportunities for those on similar framework agreements. While the opportunity has been awarded, gaining insight into such processes can aid similar businesses in preparing competitive bids for future tenders.

## Notice

Contract award notice only - call off from a framework agreement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8fb71783-1e5b-4bf4-b789-3e0099c00b80 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 7 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 3 Jul 2025 - 3 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £27,510 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £27,510 |
| 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 | STROUD DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | STROUD |
| Post town | Gloucester |
| Postcode | GL5 4UB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK73 Gloucestershire CC |
| Local authority | Stroud |
| Electoral ward | Cainscross |
| Westminster constituency | Stroud |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 7 Aug 2025 at 11:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8fb71783-1e5b-4bf4-b789-3e0099c00b80

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8fb71783-1e5b-4bf4-b789-3e0099c00b80
  7th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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