Scope
Reference
CWC26012MW
Description
Wolverhampton City Council are seeking information from qualified vendors regarding the provision of a multi-tenanted firewall solution to replace our current estate of 10 dedicated firewall pairs. The objective is to consolidate and modernize our perimeter security infrastructure to improve operational efficiency, reduce management overhead, and enhance our security posture.
The purpose of this Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) is to seek input from potential suppliers within the market, to establish the type of solution and functionality that is available for the consolidation of 10 physical pairs of Firewalls.
The PME will provide an opportunity for Wolverhampton City Council (WCC) to obtain an insight into how potential suppliers might approach the delivery of this service and gain an understanding into the likely level of interest from the market.
If you would like to participate in the Preliminary Market Engagement please complete and submit the questionnaire available on the Council's website Opportunities - www.wolverhamptontenders.com
Preliminary Market Engagement Closing Date - 12 noon on the 12th February 2026
Clarifications Closing Date - 9th February 2026
Demonstrations/Clarifications Meetings - TBC
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2031
- 5 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
Contract locations
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
Engagement
Engagement deadline
12 February 2026
Engagement process description
Wolverhampton City Council are seeking information from qualified vendors regarding the provision of a multi-tenanted firewall solution to replace our current estate of 10 dedicated firewall pairs. The objective is to consolidate and modernize our perimeter security infrastructure to improve operational efficiency, reduce management overhead, and enhance our security posture.
The purpose of this Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) is to seek input from potential suppliers within the market, to establish the type of solution and functionality that is available for the consolidation of 10 physical pairs of Firewalls.
The PME will provide an opportunity for Wolverhampton City Council (WCC) to obtain an insight into how potential suppliers might approach the delivery of this service and gain an understanding into the likely level of interest from the market.
If you would like to participate in the Preliminary Market Engagement please complete and submit the questionnaire available on the Council's website Opportunities - www.wolverhamptontenders.com
Preliminary Market Engagement Closing Date - 12 noon on the 12th February 2026
Clarifications Closing Date - 9th February 2026
Demonstrations/Clarifications Meetings - TBC
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Contracting authority
Wolverhampton City Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVBV-7568-LBLL
Civic Centre, St Peter's Square
Wolverhampton
WV1 1SH
United Kingdom
Region: UKG39 - Wolverhampton
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government