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title: "NetbackUp Platform Subscription"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-cee81f30-a862-4cbe-9701-ba355d3d17f1"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "PENSION PROTECTION FUND"
published: "2025-06-23"
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# NetbackUp Platform Subscription

Buyer: PENSION PROTECTION FUND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cee81f30-a862-4cbe-9701-ba355d3d17f1

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## Summary

The Pension Protection Fund has recently concluded an award for the procurement process titled "NetBackUp Platform Subscription," focusing on the provision of a backup solution for legacy data under the industry category of Software Package and Information Systems. This selective tender, initiated through a call-off from a framework agreement, was designed to procure a subscription that includes maintenance for the Veritas NetBackup Platform, allowing storage of up to 80TB for 12 months. The contract award date was on 25th April 2025 and the procurement process reached its award stage by 23rd June 2025, with the contract period spanning from 8th May 2025 to 7th May 2026. Services are intended for delivery across various locations, including the Channel Islands, Europe, and within the United Kingdom, emphasising the broad geographical scope of the project.

This procurement process presents significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in software and information systems that can handle large-scale data management solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender especially suitable due to the buyer's preference for engaging with these entities. The framework agreement method is advantageous for businesses familiar with delivering robust software solutions within established procurement channels. Bytes Software Services Limited has already successfully secured the contract, demonstrating the scope for large-scale enterprises to participate and thrive in targeted software service provisions. Future tenders in similar categories may offer fertile ground for competitive and innovative companies aiming to expand their footprint in public sector collaborations.

## Notice

KCS Software and Associated Services Framework Y23065 - Veritas/Cohesity NetBackUp Platform Subscription & Maintenance Veritas NetBackup Platform - backup solution for legacy data. Subscription allows for up to 80TB for 12 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0664877e-1522-4de5-88e9-07b609da57f5 |
| 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 | 23 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 May 2025 - 7 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £96,443 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £96,443 |
| 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 | PENSION PROTECTION FUND |
| Locality | CROYDON |
| Post town | Croydon |
| Postcode | CR0 2NA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI6 Outer London - South |
| ITL 3 | TLI62 Croydon |
| Local authority | Croydon |
| Electoral ward | Fairfield |
| Westminster constituency | Croydon West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BYTES SOFTWARE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 23 Jun 2025 at 09:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0664877e-1522-4de5-88e9-07b609da57f5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0664877e-1522-4de5-88e9-07b609da57f5
  23rd June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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