Planning

Preliminary Market Engagement Notice For WMCA's Managed Security Operations Centre

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Planning

26 Aug 2025 at 09:17

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is currently in the planning stage for procuring a Managed Security Operations Centre (MSOC), with the project titled "Preliminary Market Engagement Notice For WMCA's Managed Security Operations Centre." The industry category focuses on security software packages and data security software development services. This initiative is located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom, and aims to enhance WMCA's cyber threat monitoring and response capabilities. Interested parties are invited to participate in a preliminary market engagement through WMCA's e-tendering portal, with a questionnaire due by 12th September 2025. The procurement process adheres to legal requirements as set out in the UK Public General Acts 2023/54.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in security software and data security services, particularly those with capabilities in proactive threat hunting and security posture improvement. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are specifically noted as suitable candidates, as they can contribute innovative solutions and expertise in the security sector. The contract term is projected from 31st January 2026 to 30th January 2029, offering a lucrative avenue for businesses to expand their portfolio and engage in a significant public sector contract. Companies that are prepared to evolve WMCA's approach beyond reactive measures will be particularly well-positioned to respond to this unique opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Preliminary Market Engagement Notice For WMCA's Managed Security Operations Centre

Notice Description

West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is exploring the option of procuring a Managed Security Operations Centre (MSOC). As cyber threats become more advanced, WMCA recognises the need to enhance its monitoring and response capabilities. WMCA require a future SOC service that not only reacts to alerts but also provides proactive threat hunting, greater visibility of risks and actionable guidance on how to improve our security posture. Through conducting this pre-market engagement, WMCA is seeking to gain a greater understanding of suppliers within this market who would be interested in responding to the upcoming release of WMCA's specification of requirements. Please also note that this is not a formal PQQ or expression of interest in a tender exercise. This market engagement is an early step to help us shape our approach before moving into the procurement stage. The WMCA will not be liable for costs incurred by any interested party participating in this exercise. WMCA intend to circulate a questionnaire through Bravo (WMCA e-tendering portal), allowing you to provide more information about your interest and comment on the proposed approach. Portal Website: https://wmca.bravosolution.co.uk Pre Market Engagement Title: Preliminary Market Engagement for the Delivery of a Managed Security Operations Centre Bravo Solution Project Reference: PQQ_260

Planning Information

WMCA intend to circulate a questionnaire through Bravo (WMCA e-tendering portal), allowing you to provide more information about your interest and comment on the proposed approach. Portal Website: https://wmca.bravosolution.co.uk Pre Market Engagement Title: Preliminary Market Engagement for the Delivery of a Managed Security Operations Centre Bravo Solution Project Reference: PQQ_260

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058d82
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051149-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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

CPV Codes

48730000 - Security software package

72212732 - Data security software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jan 2026 - 30 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.team@wmca.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B19 3SD
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
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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