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title: "24/7 Cyber Security Protective Monitoring Capability"
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published: "2026-04-09"
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# 24/7 Cyber Security Protective Monitoring Capability

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ca933bc9-e0f5-4c95-ad52-9760bd8832e9

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the Ministry of Defence, has concluded with the awarding of a contract titled "24/7 Cyber Security Protective Monitoring Capability." This procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically focused on a license management software package (CPV code 48218000). The contract was awarded through a selective procurement method, using a call-off from a framework agreement. The Ministry of Defence aims to implement this service across various locations including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is currently in the Award phase as of 9th April 2026, with the contract period extending from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027, valued at £594,305.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those specialising in cyber security and software solutions. Large enterprises with the capability to deliver robust, continuous monitoring services may find potential growth through partnerships or sub-contracts with Sopra Steria Limited, the supplier chosen for this contract. Businesses located within the key delivery regions could further benefit from the operational demands and possible future collaborations. As this is a sizeable engagement with the UK Ministry of Defence, it underscores the readiness and capacity for high-level service delivery required to capture similar future opportunities.

## Notice

Notice of Awarded Contract

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc46f9e6-0824-4227-9c1d-3d4ef78fca10 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £594,305 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £594,305 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | ANDOVER |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP11 8HJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Test Valley |
| Electoral ward | Andover Millway |
| Westminster constituency | North West Hampshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOPRA STERIA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48218000 - License management software package

## Release History

- 9 Apr 2026 at 09:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc46f9e6-0824-4227-9c1d-3d4ef78fca10

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc46f9e6-0824-4227-9c1d-3d4ef78fca10
  9th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2fa2ef3b-b149-4e5b-8ece-27bc8ae3e33c
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