---
title: "PPN - A Security Operations Centre (SOC) requirement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0671bd"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE"
published: "2026-03-31"
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# PPN - A Security Operations Centre (SOC) requirement

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0671bd

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## Summary

The University of Bedfordshire has initiated an active tender process for establishing a Security Operations Centre (SOC) with a procurement title "PPN - A Security Operations Centre (SOC) requirement". This procurement falls under the "Software package and information systems" and "IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support" categories. The university, located in Luton, United Kingdom, is employing an open procurement method. The tender stage is active, with the deadline for submissions set for 29th April 2026, and the end of the enquiry period on 20th April 2026. The contract, which is expected to run from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2029, with possible extensions, aims for services valued at GBP 650,000 gross.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software, information systems, and IT consultancy services. Companies capable of delivering a high-quality Security Operations Centre, with a balanced focus on price and quality, are well-suited to compete for this contract. The open procedure allows wide participation, encouraging both established firms and SMEs, as the procurement process includes aspects favourable for smaller enterprises. With a gross contract value of GBP 650,000, it presents a solid business growth opportunity through an extensive engagement with the University of Bedfordshire, fostering potential for long-term collaboration and expansion.

## Notice

Planned Procurement Notice - A Security Operations Centre (SOC) requirement

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029562-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £541,666 |
| Lots value | £541,666 |
| 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 BEDFORDSHIRE |
| Locality | LUTON |
| Post town | Luton |
| Postcode | LU1 3JU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH21 Luton |
| Local authority | Luton |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Luton South and South Bedfordshire |
| Delivery location | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire, TLH24 Bedford |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2026 at 11:04 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029562-2026
- 23 Mar 2026 at 15:52 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026408-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029562-2026
  31st March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026408-2026
  23rd March 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbedfordshire/aspx/Home
  Tender document will be published on our procurement portal from the week commencing 30/03/2026
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-14172
  Specification attached

## Notice URLs

- https://www.beds.ac.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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