---
title: "Managed Sentinel Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06da90"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "VIVID HOUSING LTD"
published: "2026-08-04"
---

# Managed Sentinel Service

Buyer: VIVID HOUSING LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06da90

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Managed Sentinel Service" was conducted by VIVID Housing Ltd, a sub-central government authority based in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. This particular contract falls under the services category, specifically IT services related to consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement stage was completed on 4th August 2026. The process utilised a direct procurement method, categorised as below threshold without competition. The contract, awarded to SOFTCAT PLC, commenced on 29th July 2026 and will run for 36 months, concluding on 28th July 2029. The service will be delivered across the regions of UKJ and UKK in the United Kingdom.

This tender offers a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those specialising in security operations management. Given that the procurement was executed using a direct method without competition, large-scale enterprises like SOFTCAT PLC, which have significant capabilities and resources to manage a 24x7x365 security operations centre, are suited to pursue similar contracts. Engaging in this sector can propel growth for businesses by expanding their service offerings within the public sector, enhancing their reputation, and fostering long-term professional relationships.

## Notice

Managed Sentinel service from Softcat's UK based 24x7x365 security operations centre. 36 month agreement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073453-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 28 Jul 2026 - 28 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £171,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | VIVID HOUSING LTD |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO2 8HB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Nelson |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 4 Aug 2026 at 08:20 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073453-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073453-2026
  4th August 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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