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Managed Detection and Response System

THE QUEEN ELIZABETH CONFERENCE CENTRE

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11 Dec 2025 at 14:26

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Queen Elizabeth Conference Centre, a central government public authority located in London, is initiating an open procurement process for a Managed Detection and Response (MDR) System. The project involves a three-year fully managed MDR service aimed at enhancing cybersecurity through continuous monitoring and threat detection. This procurement, classified under the security software package category, has a tender closing date of 18th December 2025. With a total contract value of £102,000, this tender process, which is currently in the tender stage, follows an open competition procurement method and requires submissions via email.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in cybersecurity solutions, particularly those offering advanced security analytics and threat intelligence services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in security operations and cloud environments are well-suited to compete. The project offers a significant revenue potential, with businesses benefiting from engaging in a high-profile public sector contract. Additionally, the chosen supplier will support a key governmental body, enhancing their portfolio and credibility in the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Managed Detection and Response System

Notice Description

This project requires a fully managed Detection and Response (MDR) service for three years designed to enhance the organisation's cybersecurity posture through continuous monitoring, rapid threat detection, and immediate incident response. The MDR solution combines advanced security analytics, threat intelligence, and 24/7 Security Operations Centre (SOC) support to identify malicious activity across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments. The service includes real-time alerting, investigation of suspicious behaviour, guided or fully managed remediation actions, and regular reporting to improve visibility and reduce risk. By integrating expert human analysis with automated detection technologies, the MDR platform provides a proactive, scalable, and cost-effective defence against evolving cyber threats.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f401
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082054-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48730000 - Security software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£85,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£85,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Dec 2025 - 18 Dec 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE QUEEN ELIZABETH CONFERENCE CENTRE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
invoice@qeiicentre.london
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3EE
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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