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title: "Security Operations Centre"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8fc9fa0e-28a2-4173-b6ca-c3ed5db80328"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS"
published: "2021-05-25"
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# Security Operations Centre

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8fc9fa0e-28a2-4173-b6ca-c3ed5db80328

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## Summary

The University of Leeds is currently in the Tender stage of the procurement process for a Managed Security Service (MSS) Provider to operate a Security Operations Centre (SOC) with continuous monitoring services. This opportunity, worth £2,000,000, is located in Leeds within the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom. The tender was published on 25th May 2021, and the deadline for submissions is set for 29th June 2021. The procurement follows a selective method and involves IT services, specifically consulting, software development, internet support, and related services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in managed security services, IT consultancy, and software development that can offer comprehensive security solutions. Companies capable of delivering 24/7 monitoring and incident response would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, benefiting from a substantial investment from a prestigious educational institution. Engaging in this procurement can help firms to showcase their expertise, expand their client base, and strengthen their presence within the higher education sector.

## Notice

The University of Leeds is one of the UK's largest research-intensive Russell Group universities. More than 38,000 students, including 7,500 international students from more than 170 countries are currently studying with us and we hold the highest TEF award - Gold. The University is the city's third largest employer with over 8,000 staff from more than 90 countries. We value our civic roots and contribute to the wellbeing and strength of the city region. In order to address the complex threat landscape facing higher education establishments, the University of Leeds requires a single Managed Security Service (MSS) Provider to run an outsourced Security Operations Centre (SOC) with 24/7/365 monitoring.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3c7c1cc-f5a6-4b09-9d9a-190a91262112 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2021 - 30 Nov 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS2 9JZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 25 May 2021 at 11:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3c7c1cc-f5a6-4b09-9d9a-190a91262112

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3c7c1cc-f5a6-4b09-9d9a-190a91262112
  25th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Leeds:-IT-services:-consulting,-software-development,-Internet-and-support./K4748P5S8G
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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