---
title: "DDaT26361 - Renewal of IBM Storage Protect"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c8c5"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION"
published: "2026-07-10"
---

# DDaT26361 - Renewal of IBM Storage Protect

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c8c5

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## Summary

The procurement process for the renewal of IBM Storage Protect licenses has been completed by UK Research and Innovation, a central government public authority based in Swindon, United Kingdom. The tender, identified as DDaT26361, falls under the software package and information systems industry category. It utilised a limited competition procurement method, specifically targeting below-threshold contracts. The process reached the award stage on 10th July 2026, with a subsequent contract commencing from 1st October 2026 to 30th September 2027. This procurement did not exceed financial thresholds, ensuring compliance with relevant legal frameworks.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services and software solutions, particularly those capable of supplying specialised software packages. The project was awarded to SOFTCAT PLC, a large-scale supplier with relevant expertise, indicating that firms of similar calibre, particularly those with a focus on public sector contracts, might find suitable prospects in comparable procurement processes. Engaging in such opportunities can lead to expansive growth, as they provide a foothold in government projects that require sustained IT infrastructure and software development capabilities.

## Notice

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a limited competition procurement exercise. UKRI had a requirement for the purchase of IBM Storage Protect Licenses.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065275-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £24,775 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION |
| Additional buyers | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 10 Jul 2026 at 14:19 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065275-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065275-2026
  10th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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