---
title: "Palo Alto Firewall Security Subscriptions"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0683f3"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BATH SPA UNIVERSITY"
published: "2026-04-16"
---

# Palo Alto Firewall Security Subscriptions

Buyer: BATH SPA UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0683f3

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## Summary

The contract titled "Palo Alto Firewall Security Subscriptions," awarded by Bath Spa University, falls under the IT services industry category. Located in Bath, United Kingdom, the University has completed the procurement process using a direct method below the competition threshold. The contract aims to provide a 1-year renewal for Palo Alto Firewall security subscriptions, including threat prevention and support, for Newton Park and Locksbrook Road. The procurement date was 21st October 2025, with the contract period commencing on 19th November 2025 and concluding on 18th December 2025.

This awarded contract to KHIPU NETWORKS LIMITED, an SME specialising in software packages and IT services, presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in cybersecurity and IT infrastructure. Companies focusing on investigation and security systems, as well as those offering comprehensive software support solutions, will find this contract lucrative for expanding their services within the educational sector. The direct procurement approach without competition suggests that niche providers with quick adaptability and specialised service offerings are well-suited to engage in similar future opportunities.

## Notice

Palo Alto Firewall security subscription, threat prevention and support, 1-year renewal for Newton Park and Locksbrook Road.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034592-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 19 Nov 2025 - 18 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £117,315 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BATH SPA UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BATH |
| Post town | Bath |
| Postcode | BA2 9BN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Saltford |
| Westminster constituency | North East Somerset and Hanham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KHIPU NETWORKS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 79700000 - Investigation and security services

## Release History

- 16 Apr 2026 at 10:37 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034592-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034592-2026
  16th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.bathspa.ac.uk/
- https://www.khipu-networks.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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