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ITEP1042 - Managed Service for Security Operations Centre (SOC)

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED

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22 May 2026 at 14:32

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the provision of a Managed Service for Security Operations Centre (SOC) has been awarded by National Highways Limited. This contract, with a value of approximately £11.2 million, falls under the industry category of Business Organisation Services and is located across the United Kingdom, including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the Rest of the World. The procurement method utilised is selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The award stage is complete as of 22nd May 2026, with the contract active from that date until 21st May 2031.

This tender represents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for enterprises capable of delivering a hybrid SOC service that integrates people, processes, threat intelligence, and technology for ongoing cyber defence. While the procurement favoured larger businesses, SMEs were considered suitable contenders. The buyer, National Highways Limited, requires a robust and responsive security operations solution to meet its critical infrastructure needs, making it ideal for companies with expertise in managed security services. KPMG LLP has been awarded the contract, underscoring the competitive nature and high standards of service required for successful engagement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ITEP1042 - Managed Service for Security Operations Centre (SOC)

Notice Description

The contract has been awarded for the provision of a hybrid Security Operations Centre (SOC) service to National Highways. The service will deliver a continuously operated, resilient and evolving SOC capability, aimed at reducing security risks to critical services through expert-led monitoring and response. The scope includes the delivery of both core operational activities and defined project-based enhancements, integrating people, processes, threat intelligence, tooling and technology to provide 24/7 situational awareness and active cyber defence.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ec98479-5fae-4a91-9af9-c957cea48c85
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79996000 - Business organisation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£11,218,198 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£11,218,198 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
21 May 2026 - 21 May 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6GA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KPMG

Further Information

Notice Documents

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