---
title: "Proofpoint Renewal"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cb14"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)"
published: "2026-07-14"
---

# Proofpoint Renewal

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cb14

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## Summary

The University of Sussex, a public authority in the sub-central government sector, has overseen the procurement process for the "Proofpoint Renewal" contract, aimed at providing manufacturer-led support services. The process, initiated through a tender and now at the award stage, has resulted in a contract awarded to Academia Limited, a small to medium enterprise based in Hemel Hempstead. The contract is valued at approximately £9.83 million (excluding gross value) and spans multiple regions across the United Kingdom, classified under the IT and software packages industry. The official contract period begins on 31st July 2026 and will last until 31st July 2027, with all necessary approvals finalised on 14th July 2026. The procurement was conducted below the threshold, awarded under a pre-existing framework.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in software and information systems, particularly those able to deliver high-quality service level agreements over an extended period. Companies specialising in IT solutions and support, preferably SMEs with a strong track record of collaborating with educational institutions, might find this contract advantageous for strategic growth and partnership development. The selective procurement method and award under a framework indicate a focus on quality and performance, offering a stable business environment for companies that can efficiently meet the contractual requirements. The broad regional scope across the UK further diversifies potential operational and networking benefits for the supplier.

## Notice

for the provision of manufacturer-led support services, delivered in line with the supplier's standard service level agreement (SLA), over a three-year period.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066341-2026 |
| Notice type | UK10 - Contract Change Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - award under framework |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £9,825,093 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE) |
| Locality | FALMER, BRIGHTON |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN1 9RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ21 Brighton and Hove |
| Local authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Electoral ward | Coldean & Stanmer |
| Westminster constituency | Brighton Pavilion |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 14 Jul 2026 at 14:36 - ContractAmendment - UK10 - Contract Change Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066341-2026
- 14 Jul 2026 at 14:25 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066321-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066341-2026
  14th July 2026 - Contract change notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066321-2026
  14th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.sussex.ac.uk
- https://academia.co.uk
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/api/1.0/ocdsReleasePackages/ocds-h6vhtk-0514a6
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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