---
title: "PALO ALTO Forum"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06aeca"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-06-05"
---

# PALO ALTO Forum

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06aeca

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## Summary

The procurement process led by West Northamptonshire Council involves the service industry category, specifically concerning software programming and consultancy services for the PALO ALTO - STRATA CLOUD MANAGER. The contracting process has reached the Award stage, with the contract signed on 4th June 2026, and the project set to commence on 1st July 2026. This procurement was conducted through a limited method, described as below-threshold limited competition, aligning with the legal basis UKPGA 2023/54. The delivery location for this contract is in the UKF24 region of the United Kingdom, with the contract spanning a duration from 2026 to 2031.

This contract represents a significant business growth opportunity for firms proficient in software development and network security solutions, particularly those experienced in cloud management and firewall subscription capacities. Large-scale enterprises, similar in nature to the contracted supplier BOXXE LIMITED, would find this tender aligns well with their capabilities, enabling them to leverage their expertise and expand their client base within the public sector. Such opportunities may appeal to businesses seeking to establish or strengthen their presence in the government procurement domain in the UK.

## Notice

PALO ALTO - STRATA CLOUD MANAGER - PRO (INCLUDES STRATA LOGGING SERVICE) FOR NGFW SUBSCRIPTION CAPACITY FOR THE CURRENT ENTIRE FIREWALL ESTATE

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053369-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £32,001 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 1ED |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

## Release History

- 5 Jun 2026 at 13:10 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053369-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053369-2026
  5th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.boxxe.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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