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title: "GB-Manchester: ACE 593 STA - Managed Detection and Response service"
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# GB-Manchester: ACE 593 STA - Managed Detection and Response service

Buyer: THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9016446b-ae2f-4e16-a7d2-959d75c8d873

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## Summary

The Arts Council of England has completed the procurement process for the "GB-Manchester: ACE 593 STA - Managed Detection and Response service", which includes anti-virus software development services. This contract was categorised under the services industry and awarded through a tender process. The procurement is valued at £85,919 and involves a contract period starting on 1 August 2024 and ending on 31 July 2025. The service will be delivered across various locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. Although the procurement method details are unspecified, the tender period concluded on 20 March 2024, with the award being made on the same date.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in cybersecurity and IT services, particularly those capable of delivering managed detection and response solutions. Large businesses with robust resources would be well-suited to compete and fulfil such requirements, evidenced by the involvement of the successful supplier, Espria Limited. Businesses looking to expand their reach across multiple geographical regions can leverage this tender to establish their presence in diverse markets and showcase their expertise in managed IT security services.

## Notice

Managed Detection and Response service, plus anti-virus software

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f4c6cfb-6a00-4d07-b3bb-4b5189a4850c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £85,919 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £85,919 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 1FN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ESPRIA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72212761 - Anti-virus software development services

## Release History

- 23 Dec 2024 at 16:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f4c6cfb-6a00-4d07-b3bb-4b5189a4850c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f4c6cfb-6a00-4d07-b3bb-4b5189a4850c
  23rd December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=912011961
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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