--- title: "Security Operations Centre" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02b4cb" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02b4cb" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02b4cb.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02b4cb.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS" published: "2021-05-25" --- # Security Operations Centre Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02b4cb [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02b4cb) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02b4cb.json) ## Summary The University of Leeds is currently conducting a tender for a Managed Security Service (MSS) Provider to operate an outsourced Security Operations Centre (SOC) capable of 24/7 monitoring. This procurement falls under the IT services category, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, and support services. The total value of the contract is approximately £2,000,000, with a submission deadline set for 29 June 2021. Interested parties should direct their proposals electronically via the Delta eSourcing portal, where further details are available. The University, located in Leeds, is a leading research-intensive institution and one of the largest employers in the region. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT security and managed services, particularly those with experience in higher education institutions. Companies offering innovative security solutions and capable of demonstrating robust qualifications and expertise in operating Security Operations Centres would be well-suited to compete in this procurement process. As the contract offers an initial duration of approximately three years with an option for renewal, successful bidders may expect substantial ongoing engagements that can support growth and development within their organisations. ## 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. ### Lot Information Lot 1 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. Renewal: Option to extend for up to a further 2 years, reviewed annually. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011609-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation | | 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 | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,000,000 | | Lots value | £2,000,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | 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 | TLE42 Leeds | ## 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 13:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011609-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://www.leeds.ac.uk - https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/ - https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/respond/K4748P5S8G - https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Leeds:-IT-services:-consulting%2C-software-development%2C-Internet-and-support./K4748P5S8G - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Leeds:-IT-services:-consulting%2C-software-development%2C-Internet-and-support./K4748P5S8G - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-title/K4748P5S8G ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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