---
title: "MDE Deployment"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06729c"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-24"
---

# MDE Deployment

Buyer: PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06729c

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## Summary

The public procurement contract titled "MDE Deployment" was initiated by Plymouth City Council, a sub-central government public authority based in Plymouth, United Kingdom. This contract focuses on IT services, specifically enhancing cyber defences through Microsoft's suite of tools such as Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. The procurement was completed using a direct method without competition, as it fell below the threshold. Key dates include the contract signing on 24th March 2026, with a delivery period running until 1st July 2026. The procurement stage was marked by the award being active and completed, indicating a successful project delivery phase.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those offering expertise in Microsoft's cybersecurity products. DELT Shared Services Limited, a supplier based in Plymouth, was awarded the contract, highlighting a local business engagement in delivering these services. Companies that excel in software development, consulting, and support would find similar tenders beneficial for expanding their services and client base. Engaging in such procurement processes can also enhance a company's profile and credibility within the public sector. The project delivery includes tasks like server onboarding, SCCM configuration, and operational training, which are particularly attractive tasks for IT service providers looking to showcase their technical proficiency and support capabilities.

## Notice

PCC require improved tooling and support to strengthen their cyber defences. PCC invested in the E5 licensing suite of tools in order to increase their effectiveness in this area which included Microsoft's XDR solution.E5 includes Microsoft Defender for Endpoint which includes all endpoint devices, however Servers fall under the Defender for Servers product. This is the delivery phase of the project. This is a key part of the project lifecycle, and sets the foundation for successful delivery through the following activities: Complete a technical design for the whole of Microsoft XDR. To include * Microsoft Defender for Endpoint * Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps * Microsoft Defender for office 365 For the delivery of Microsoft for Endpoint specifically: * ARC onboard all servers * Review the current MDE configured options vs those in SCCM * Convert GPO to SCCM Configuration Items (AV, ASR, EDR) * Package Defender and Enrol/Onboard servers and client devices * Implement new onboarding process * Remove Cynet * Team training and documentation for support and acceptance into operations * Operational readiness and support processes

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026757-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 24 Mar 2026 - 1 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £68,636 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL1 3BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth |
| Local authority | Plymouth |
| Electoral ward | St Peter and the Waterfront |
| Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DELT SHARED SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 24 Mar 2026 at 12:19 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026757-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026757-2026
  24th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.deltservices.com
- http://www.plymouth.gov.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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