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title: "IT130 BACKUP RECOVERY AND CYBERSECURITY SOLUTION"
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buyer: "GATESHEAD COUNCIL"
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# IT130 BACKUP RECOVERY AND CYBERSECURITY SOLUTION

Buyer: GATESHEAD COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b45da8b5-45fa-4798-858b-8dce63599115

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## Summary

Gateshead Council has completed the procurement process for an IT Backup, Recovery, and Cybersecurity Solution under the title "IT130 Backup Recovery and Cybersecurity Solution". This project will enhance the existing backup and recovery system with additional cybersecurity features, providing a comprehensive and integrated solution. The procurement falls under the hardware and software industry category, with delivery to Gateshead, postcode NE8 1HH. The procurement method was selective through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 24th September 2024, and the contract period spans from 9th December 2024 to 8th December 2029. The project involved a total value of GBP 747,653.14, with Softcat plc awarded the contract.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in cybersecurity, backup, and recovery solutions. Companies providing advanced hardware and software capabilities, particularly those experienced with public sector requirements, are well-positioned to benefit from such contracts. The comprehensive nature of the project, integrating various aspects of cybersecurity and data recovery, illustrates the potential for growth through supplying and maintaining essential technological infrastructure. Large-scale enterprises such as Softcat plc are ideally suited to compete, given the scale and complex requirements of the contract.

## Notice

A Backup, Recovery and Cybersecurity Solution for Gateshead Council to increase both the Cyber Resiliency and Recovery Readiness afforded by the currently adopted Backup and Recovery solution by incorporating additional Cybersecurity features/functionality to provide a robust, complete and fully integrated Backup, Recovery and Cybersecurity solution. The project will also involve the refresh of ALL currently commissioned backup storage hardware targets together with the provision of a robust replacement for the Council's current Backup and Recovery Software Solution.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ae7619d-1207-42c2-8142-3f5a62c6e954 |
| 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 | Planning, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | 2 May 2023 |
| Award date | 12 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 9 Dec 2024 - 8 Dec 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £747,653 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £747,653 |
| 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 | GATESHEAD COUNCIL |
| Locality | GATESHEAD |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE8 1HH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Gateshead |
| Electoral ward | Bridges |
| Westminster constituency | Gateshead Central and Whickham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 44316400 - Hardware
- 48710000 - Backup or recovery software package
- 51611100 - Hardware installation services

## Release History

- 17 Dec 2024 at 09:53 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ae7619d-1207-42c2-8142-3f5a62c6e954
- 17 Dec 2024 at 09:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ae7619d-1207-42c2-8142-3f5a62c6e954
- 19 Apr 2023 at 15:44 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b261f17-8e61-412b-905c-1d1e8958a000

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ae7619d-1207-42c2-8142-3f5a62c6e954
  17th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b261f17-8e61-412b-905c-1d1e8958a000
  19th April 2023 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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