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title: "1500 user WSA License for Cisco Devices"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d6ed2403-4459-4784-ae3a-671376440849"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MARITIME & COASTGUARD AGENCY"
published: "2020-06-17"
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# 1500 user WSA License for Cisco Devices

Buyer: MARITIME & COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d6ed2403-4459-4784-ae3a-671376440849

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## Summary

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has recently concluded a procurement process for the provision of a 1500-user WSA License for Cisco Devices, aimed at enhancing corporate internet access monitoring and control. This tender, classified under the CPV code 48218000 (License management software package), marked the end of the tender period on 16th June 2020, with the contract awarded to SOFTCAT PLC, valued at £19,155. The contract commenced on 17th June 2020 and will run for a year until 16th June 2021, with all delivery expected within the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in software licensing and IT security services, particularly those that specialise in network management solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the procurement method was selective and involved a framework call-off. Engaging with the MCA allows businesses to not only secure a contract but also to establish a long-term relationship with a key government authority active in safeguarding digital infrastructure.

## Notice

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) have a requirement to monitor and control Internet access for all Corporate users to protect MCA end user devices. The licenses on the Web Security Appliances used to provide this security service have expired and must be renewed to restore functionality.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91b789b5-8975-4ec7-a7d3-3977784f49ef |
| 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 | 17 Jun 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jun 2020 |
| Contract period | 16 Jun 2020 - 16 Jun 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £19,155 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £19,155 |
| 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 | MARITIME & COASTGUARD AGENCY |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO15 1EG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Banister & Polygon |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Itchen |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48218000 - License management software package

## Release History

- 17 Jun 2020 at 14:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91b789b5-8975-4ec7-a7d3-3977784f49ef

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91b789b5-8975-4ec7-a7d3-3977784f49ef
  17th June 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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