Tender

Managed Service Provider and Associated Services Procurement

ALBYN HOUSING SOCIETY LIMITED

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Tender

28 Mar 2025 at 14:47

Summary of the contracting process

Albyn Housing Society Limited is inviting tenders for a "Managed Service Provider and Associated Services Procurement" within the IT services industry, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The contract covers a fully managed IT and Cyber Security service, ensuring Albyn attains Cyber Essentials Plus. Key responsibilities include real-time threat detection, incident response, and regular security assessments, thus allowing Albyn staff to focus on core activities. The procurement process, currently in the Tender stage, is being conducted via an open procedure. Interested bidders should submit their electronic responses by 2 May 2025. The contract period is 1440 days, with an optional 2-year renewal. The project is based in the UK, primarily in Ross-shire, Invergordon.

This tender presents significant opportunities for IT service providers, particularly those specialising in cybersecurity and infrastructure management. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in delivering comprehensive managed IT services and a track record in maintaining high security standards would be well-suited to compete. The contract value of £525,000, alongside the potential for renewal, offers a lucrative opportunity for growth and establishing a long-term partnership with a reputable organisation like Albyn Housing Society Limited. Moreover, the emphasis on quality (70%) over price (30%) suggests that businesses delivering premium, reliable services stand a strong chance in the competition.

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Notice Title

Managed Service Provider and Associated Services Procurement

Notice Description

Albyn is looking for a fully managed IT and Cyber Security service. This new partnership will ensure that Albyn are able to attain Cyber Essentials Plus By leveraging a comprehensive managed service, The supplier will proactively monitor and manage Albyn's IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and minimising downtime. This service will include fully managed cybersecurity, such as real-time threat detection, incident response, and regular security assessments. This service will allow Albyn staff to focus on core business activities, reducing the burden of IT management and providing peace of mind knowing that Albyn's IT environment is secure and compliant with industry standards.

Lot Information

Lot 1

TO BE ADDED AS PER DOCUMENT 1

Renewal: 2 year renewal

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04fa28
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011812-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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
£525,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£525,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ALBYN HOUSING SOCIETY LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
charles.brooks@3cconsultants.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01349855966

Buyer Location

Locality
ROSS-SHIRE
Postcode
IV18 0DL
Post Town
Inverness
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Cromarty Firth
Westminster Constituency
Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross

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