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R6140 Cyber Security Managed SIEM

TOWER HAMLETS

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27 Apr 2026 at 13:31

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process involves Tower Hamlets, a regional authority based in London, United Kingdom, seeking IT services related to cyber security under the title "R6140 Cyber Security Managed SIEM." This contract aims to enhance cybersecurity measures at the Tower Hamlets estate by leveraging a managed cyber security operations centre. This procurement is classified under IT services, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement method used was a limited procedure through a direct award on the Crown Commercial Services G-Cloud 14 Framework, bypassing prior publication of a call for competition. The awarding stage of this process is complete, with the contract signed on 13th April 2026 amounting to £499,875. The industry category and location signify a prime opportunity for technology firms with capabilities in cybersecurity and IT support.

The awarded contract to MTI Technology Limited provides comprehensive cyber security solutions, including health assessments, log collection, threat intelligence, and ongoing support, making it a lucrative opportunity for SMEs specialising in IT consultancy and cyber security. MTI Technology Limited, classified as an SME and located in Staines-upon-Thames, secured this contract via a direct award, highlighting that well-prepared businesses capable of delivering on high-quality and price criteria are well-positioned in such streamlined procurement methods. Businesses experienced in cloud-based solutions, threat detection, and cybersecurity operations can leverage participation in similar frameworks and contracts for substantial growth in the public sector.

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Notice Title

R6140 Cyber Security Managed SIEM

Notice Description

This is a services Contract for a Managed Cyber Security Operations Centre to cover some of the additional cybersecurity protection required to further harden the Tower Hamlets estate against cyber-attacks.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Requirements of the service: * Initial health assessment and configuration of the Council's in-house Security Event and Incident Management (SIEM) solution (Microsoft Sentinel). * Secure log collection from both on-premises and cloud systems, with logs transmitted to an externally hosted intelligence platform for advanced threat analysis. * Adaptable detection policies, leveraging automated intelligence, supplier expertise, and council-provided threat intelligence. * Support for log ingestion from a wide range of infrastructure components, including Windows and Linux servers, firewalls, routers, Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Defender, and Office 365. * No disruption to business operations during implementation. * 24x7x365 managed SOC service with incident response capabilities and access to subject matter experts. * Endpoint detection and response (EDR / XDR) * Incident detection, analysis, response and escalation. * Threat intelligence and threat hunting. * Monthly executive risk reporting and KPIs. * Ongoing threat detection and investigation support, drawing on previous incident data. * Secure portal access for council staff to incident and management information, with all operational data and SOC personnel based in the UK and cleared to BPSS as a minimum. * Demonstrated security accreditations. * Full onboarding, deployment, and initial tuning of the solution, with clear cost breakdowns for setup.

Procurement Information

The contract has been awarded via a direct award on the Crown Commercial Services G-Cloud 14 Framework, specifically Lot 3: Cloud Support. The G-Cloud 14 Framework is an online catalogue to buy cloud-based computing services, including hosting, software, cloud support, and many off-the-shelf, pay-as-you-go cloud solution for all public sector organisations and charities. G-Cloud 14 has defined a 6-step buying process which should be followed when using the agreement. These steps must be followed to ensure that a compliant process is adhered to. The online catalogue ensures that all service information is available up front to enable you to evaluate services based upon best fit and/or price. This functionality aids a direct award following the buying process

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068bc2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038094-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for 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
£499,875 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TOWER HAMLETS
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E1 1BJ
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Whitechapel
Westminster Constituency
Bethnal Green and Stepney

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MTI TECHNOLOGY

Further Information

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