--- title: "Web Application Firewall Partners framework agreement" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05950f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05950f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05950f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05950f.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "JISC" published: "2026-01-02" --- # Web Application Firewall Partners framework agreement Buyer: JISC Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05950f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05950f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05950f.json) ## Summary The procurement process for a Web Application Firewall Partners framework agreement is initiated by JISC, a public authority organisation based in Bristol, United Kingdom. The tender comprises services in the security software development sector, aimed at offering managed WAF services to JISC’s members and customers. This tender follows the open procedure model and is within the planning, tender, and award stages, with significant milestones including the contract signing on 14th December 2025. The framework agreement encompasses multiple phases, with contracts being awarded to proficient providers who meet the service criteria outlined in the procurement documentation. Businesses have until specific dates in 2025 to engage in this opportunity, initially with the enquiry period ending on 17th September, followed by tender submissions closing on 1st October. The contract period is slated from December 2025 to December 2028, with potential extensions up to 2029. This procurement tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in security software development services. With a focus on providing managed services and direct awards for services under £25k excluding VAT, the framework establishes a structured environment for SMEs and large-scale businesses to contribute innovatively. Through strategic engagement in the tender and possible mini-competitions for contracts above £35k excluding VAT, organisations can expand their scope by delivering valuable solutions that protect digital infrastructures. The procurement encourages participation from companies with strong technical capabilities, as technical criteria carry substantial weight in the award process. Vendors such as Corporate Document Services Limited and Exclusive Networks Limited, with their expertise in providing high-standard security services, are well-suited to leverage this tender to extend their market presence and enhance business portfolios within the UK and potentially further afield through digital marketplaces. ## Notice Jisc Cloud Security team were looking to offer a Web Application Firewall (WAF) managed service for its members and customers. Following the Contract Award Notice published 15th Oct 2025, one contract (out of the two awarded) has now been signed. The second is expected to be signed shortly. ### Lot Information Lot LOT-0000 Renewal: A single 12 month period is provided for in the contract. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000039-2026 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 1 Oct 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 14 Oct 2025 | | Contract period | 14 Dec 2025 - 13 Dec 2028 | | Recurrence | 2028-09-05 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £480,000 | | Lots value | £480,000 | | Awards value | £640,000 | | Contracts value | £640,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | JISC | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS1 6NB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of | | Local authority | Bristol, City of | | Electoral ward | Central | | Westminster constituency | Bristol Central | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 2 | | Supplier names | CORPORATE DOCUMENT SERVICES; EXCLUSIVE NETWORKS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72212730 - Security software development services ## Release History - 2 Jan 2026 at 12:38 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000039-2026 - 15 Oct 2025 at 16:43 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065735-2025 - 5 Sep 2025 at 13:30 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054332-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000039-2026 2nd January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065735-2025 15th October 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054332-2025 5th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.cds.co.uk - http://www.jisc.ac.uk/ - https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=97365&B= - https://www.exclusive-networks.com/uk/ - https://www.jisc.ac.uk - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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