Award

SU243(23) Security Operations Centre, Managed Services

SWANSEA UNIVERSITY

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Award

02 May 2024 at 10:54

Tender

26 Sep 2023 at 11:57

Summary of the contracting process

Swansea University is currently seeking Managed Security Operations Centre (mSOC) services as part of its technical infrastructure investment. The university aims to enhance its security posture by proactively preventing, detecting, and responding to security incidents and cyber threats 24/7. The budget allocated for this service is around £170,000 annually, with the initial contract period set for 2 years and a possible 2-year extension. The procurement process, classified under IT services, is at the active stage, with a submission deadline of 27th October 2023.

This tender from Swansea University presents an opportunity for businesses specialized in IT services, consulting, software development, and Internet support to provide Managed Security Operations Centre solutions. Companies with expertise in advanced threat detection, incident response planning, and compliance requirements would be well-suited to compete. The procurement method is an open procedure with electronic submission, offering a chance for qualified businesses to contribute to enhancing the university's security operations and technological infrastructure.

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Notice Title

SU243(23) Security Operations Centre, Managed Services

Notice Description

Swansea University is currently undergoing a major investment in its technical infrastructure. The university is seeking a Managed Security Operations Centre (mSOC)as part of its strategic initiative to build strong proactive measures 24/7 to prevent, detect and quickly respond to security incidents, cyber threats and risks. An mSOC will provide advanced threat detection and response capabilities, help the University meet compliance requirements, and provide a cost-effective solution for managing security operations. Additionally, an mSOC will assist in incident response planning, further enhancing the University's security posture. The University has allocated a budget of approximately 170,000.00 GBP annually, excluding VAT, for this service. The contract will be for an initial 2 years with an option to extend for a further 2 years on an annual basis (1+1).

Lot Information

Lot 1

Swansea University is currently undergoing a major investment in its technical infrastructure. The university is seeking a Managed Security Operations Centre (mSOC)as part of its strategic initiative to build strong proactive measures 24/7 to prevent, detect and quickly respond to security incidents, cyber threats and risks. An mSOC will provide advanced threat detection and response capabilities, help the University meet compliance requirements, and provide a cost-effective solution for managing security operations. Additionally, an mSOC will assist in incident response planning, further enhancing the University's security posture. The University has allocated a budget of approximately 170,000.00 GBP annually, excluding VAT, for this service. The contract will be for an initial 2 years with an option to extend for a further 2 years on an annual basis (1+1).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0403ce
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014186-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 May 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Oct 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 May 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SWANSEA UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@swansea.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1792602779

Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA2 8PP
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Sketty
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

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