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title: "Email and Messaging Security Software"
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buyer: "HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Email and Messaging Security Software

Buyer: HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cdfb7f83-92be-4e7a-bd7a-d45c019a369b

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## Summary

Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract for Email and Messaging Security Software to Ultima Business Solutions Limited. This procurement is in the services category, specifically software package and information systems (CPV: 48000000). The contract aims to enhance the authority's security architecture in response to evolving threats and vulnerabilities. The procurement was carried out using a selective method through a call-off from the KCS Software and Associated Services Framework. The key dates include an award date of 20th December 2024, with the contract commencing on 1st March 2025 and running until 30th May 2028. The delivery address for the services falls within the postal code SO23 8UJ in Winchester, England.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the IT security sector, particularly those specialising in email security solutions. SMEs are encouraged to take note of similar future opportunities as the procurement explicitly supports small to medium-sized enterprises. By securing such contracts, businesses can not only expand their portfolio in the public sector but also contribute to the enhancement of cybersecurity infrastructure within governmental bodies. Companies like Ultima Business Solutions Limited, which have demonstrated capability in providing robust and scalable security solutions, are well-positioned to capitalise on such opportunities.

## Notice

Software required to enhance the Authority's security architecture as the threat landscape is continuously changing and the number of potential vulnerabilities has increased. An internal IT Services review concluded that HCC required additional software to secure the email solution to meet current and future actions from threat actors. Additional information: This contract was procured using the KCS Software and Associated Services Framework

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46e036eb-8070-493e-8ee1-39a1d397b795 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2025 - 30 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £550,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £550,000 |
| 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 | HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | WINCHESTER |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO23 8ZB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Winchester |
| Electoral ward | St Michael |
| Westminster constituency | Winchester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ULTIMA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2025 at 10:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46e036eb-8070-493e-8ee1-39a1d397b795

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46e036eb-8070-493e-8ee1-39a1d397b795
  26th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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