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title: "CWC25036 - Zero Trust Network Access Software"
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buyer: "WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-20"
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# CWC25036 - Zero Trust Network Access Software

Buyer: WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d4f1bb9a-5d9f-4788-b5b6-90c913a2dc0d

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## Summary

Wolverhampton City Council has completed the procurement process for zero trust network access software, awarded to Phoenix Software Ltd. The process involved a direct award, utilising the Crown Commercial Services Technology Products and Associated Services 2 framework, specifically Lot 3. This procurement falls under the category of software packages and IT services and will serve the IT needs of the West Midlands, United Kingdom. The contract is set to commence on 12th December 2025 and will conclude on 11th March 2029. Business users should note the award was published on 20th February 2026, indicating the completion of the procurement stage.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software package development and IT services, particularly those capable of offering innovative network security solutions. The framework used underscores the high standards required and the opportunities for collaboration with public sector organisations such as Wolverhampton City Council. Given its suitability for SMEs and VCSEs, diverse business sizes and types can engage with this sector, fostering growth and development within the highly competitive IT services market.

## Notice

Wolverhampton City Council has awarded a contract using the Crown Commercial Services Technology Products and Associated Services 2 (RM6098) - Lot 3 for the Provision of Zero Trust Network Access Software

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23805006-d92d-46d9-8edb-8a97e75832f0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 12 Dec 2025 - 11 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £157,624 |
| 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 | WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | WOLVERHAMPTON |
| Post town | Wolverhampton |
| Postcode | WV1 1RL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG39 Wolverhampton |
| Local authority | Wolverhampton |
| Electoral ward | St Peters |
| Westminster constituency | Wolverhampton West |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PHOENIX SOFTWARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2026 at 14:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23805006-d92d-46d9-8edb-8a97e75832f0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23805006-d92d-46d9-8edb-8a97e75832f0
  20th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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