Managed and Extended Detection and Response Solution
Description: GLF Schools seeks to procure a Managed Detection and Response (MDR) solution, supported by Extended Detection and Response (XDR) capabilities, to provide continuous threat monitoring, investigation, detection, and response capabilities across its digital estate. The Contract is required for a period of 3 years from 1st January 2027 with the option to extend for a further 2 years, ie a 3+2 year contract.
Summary: GLF Schools is procuring a managed detection and response solution, supported by extended detection and response capabilities, to protect and monitor its digital estate. The requirement covers continuous threat monitoring, investigation, detection and response, including security software and associated managed services. The work will support GLF Schools’ operations across sites in London and the South East of England, with the buying organisation based in Banstead. This is a cyber security opportunity for suppliers able to combine security software, security operations expertise and responsive incident handling. The service is intended for a multi-site education environment, so suppliers should be able to operate consistently across a distributed digital estate and support the organisation’s ongoing cyber security needs.