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MDE Deployment

PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL

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24 Mar 2026 at 12:19

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement contract titled "MDE Deployment" was initiated by Plymouth City Council, a sub-central government public authority based in Plymouth, United Kingdom. This contract focuses on IT services, specifically enhancing cyber defences through Microsoft's suite of tools such as Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. The procurement was completed using a direct method without competition, as it fell below the threshold. Key dates include the contract signing on 24th March 2026, with a delivery period running until 1st July 2026. The procurement stage was marked by the award being active and completed, indicating a successful project delivery phase.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those offering expertise in Microsoft's cybersecurity products. DELT Shared Services Limited, a supplier based in Plymouth, was awarded the contract, highlighting a local business engagement in delivering these services. Companies that excel in software development, consulting, and support would find similar tenders beneficial for expanding their services and client base. Engaging in such procurement processes can also enhance a company's profile and credibility within the public sector. The project delivery includes tasks like server onboarding, SCCM configuration, and operational training, which are particularly attractive tasks for IT service providers looking to showcase their technical proficiency and support capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MDE Deployment

Notice Description

PCC require improved tooling and support to strengthen their cyber defences. PCC invested in the E5 licensing suite of tools in order to increase their effectiveness in this area which included Microsoft's XDR solution.E5 includes Microsoft Defender for Endpoint which includes all endpoint devices, however Servers fall under the Defender for Servers product. This is the delivery phase of the project. This is a key part of the project lifecycle, and sets the foundation for successful delivery through the following activities: Complete a technical design for the whole of Microsoft XDR. To include * Microsoft Defender for Endpoint * Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps * Microsoft Defender for office 365 For the delivery of Microsoft for Endpoint specifically: * ARC onboard all servers * Review the current MDE configured options vs those in SCCM * Convert GPO to SCCM Configuration Items (AV, ASR, EDR) * Package Defender and Enrol/Onboard servers and client devices * Implement new onboarding process * Remove Cynet * Team training and documentation for support and acceptance into operations * Operational readiness and support processes

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06729c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026757-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£68,636 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
24 Mar 2026 - 1 Jul 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH
Postcode
PL1 3BJ
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
St Peter and the Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DELT SHARED SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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