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04 Aug 2026 at 08:20

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Managed Sentinel Service" was conducted by VIVID Housing Ltd, a sub-central government authority based in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. This particular contract falls under the services category, specifically IT services related to consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement stage was completed on 4th August 2026. The process utilised a direct procurement method, categorised as below threshold without competition. The contract, awarded to SOFTCAT PLC, commenced on 29th July 2026 and will run for 36 months, concluding on 28th July 2029. The service will be delivered across the regions of UKJ and UKK in the United Kingdom.

This tender offers a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those specialising in security operations management. Given that the procurement was executed using a direct method without competition, large-scale enterprises like SOFTCAT PLC, which have significant capabilities and resources to manage a 24x7x365 security operations centre, are suited to pursue similar contracts. Engaging in this sector can propel growth for businesses by expanding their service offerings within the public sector, enhancing their reputation, and fostering long-term professional relationships.

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Notice Title

Managed Sentinel Service

Notice Description

Managed Sentinel service from Softcat's UK based 24x7x365 security operations centre. 36 month agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06da90
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073453-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Large

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
£171,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
28 Jul 2026 - 28 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
VIVID HOUSING LTD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO2 8HB
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Nelson
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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