---
title: "Security Operations Centre"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000831844"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SKILLS DEVELOPMENT SCOTLAND LTD"
published: "2026-05-13"
---

# Security Operations Centre

Buyer: SKILLS DEVELOPMENT SCOTLAND LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000831844

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## Summary

The Security Operations Centre contract, under the guidance of Skills Development Scotland Ltd, focuses on the provision of services in the education industry category. Located in Glasgow, Scotland, this completed procurement involved comprehensive cybersecurity solutions, including a Co-Managed Environment, Cyber Incident Retainer, Monitoring & Assurance, and other cyber resilience services. Engaging parties include Aspire Technology Solutions, as the chosen supplier. This contract, valued at £1,598,395, was concluded on 6th April 2026, following an open procurement method conducted via the Scottish Government's Dynamic Purchasing System for Digital and Cyber Services.

This tender presents an expansive business opportunity, particularly for large-scale technology and cybersecurity firms. The contract includes a variety of services that require significant expertise in identifying, managing, and responding to cybersecurity threats. Companies aiming to enter the cybersecurity domain or those looking to expand their operations in the Scottish region would find this opportunity advantageous. The open procurement method highlights the inclusiveness of the process, allowing competitive entry for businesses capable of delivering advanced digital security services.

## Notice

he scope of the tendered services covers provision of: - Co-Managed Environment - Partner Cyber Incident Retainer - Monitoring & Assurance - Delegated Authority on Servers - SOC Services - Cyber Resilience - Tooling - Service Desk Hours/Out of Hours - Incident Response Management - Vulnerability Management - Identify and access monitoring integration

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The scope of the tendered services covers provision of: - Co-Managed Environment - Partner Cyber Incident Retainer - Monitoring & Assurance - Delegated Authority on Servers - SOC Services - Cyber Resilience - Tooling - Service Desk Hours/Out of Hours - Incident Response Management - Vulnerability Management - Identify and access monitoring integration. This tender was conducted through the Scottish Government Dynamic Purchasing System for Digital and Cyber Services through PCS-Tender

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555763 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,598,395 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SKILLS DEVELOPMENT SCOTLAND LTD |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 1DY |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow East |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ASPIRE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72222300 - Information technology services

## Release History

- 13 May 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555763

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555763
  Security Operations Centre - he scope of the tendered services covers provision of: - Co-Managed Environment - Partner Cyber Incident Retainer - Monitoring & Assurance - Delegated Authority on Servers - SOC Services - Cyber Resilience - Tooling - Service Desk Hours/Out of Hours - Incident Response Management - Vulnerability Management - Identify and access monitoring integration

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.skillsdevelopmentscotland.co.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000831844
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/glasgow-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court

## Provenance

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