Provision of a fully managed Cyber Security Operations Centre
About This Opportunity
This is a services contract in the information and communication technology sector, with a focus on IT support. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.
Published through UK FTS - Find a Tender Service, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the information and communication technology sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.
Description
Call-Off Contract for the provision of a fully-managed Cyber Security Centre to Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge Colleges (HRUC), awarded following a Further Competition process under 001229 - Network Connectivity and Telecommunication Solutions 2 YPO Framework, Lot 5 - Cyber Security.
The Call-Off Contract covers an initial period from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2029 with the option to extend for 2 x 12 months.
Provision of a fully managed 24/7/365 Cyber Security Operations Centre (SOC) to Harrow, Richmond & Uxbridge Colleges (HRUC), with provision to accommodate new/joining colleges, additional campuses, increases in staff, students and digital endpoints, within the HRUC group, during the contract term.
The Call-Off Contract will cover the period from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2029 with the option to extend for 2 x 12 months (subject to an annual review and KPI performance).
A Further Competition was conducted under the 001229 Network Connectivity and Telecommunication Solutions 2 Framework Agreement, procured by YPO in compliance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This Further Competition invited tenders from all suppliers who were successfully awarded onto Lot 5 Cyber Security.
HRUC was formed in January 2023 through the merger of Harrow College, Richmond upon Thames College and Uxbridge College. The group delivers education across five campus sites located in Harrow, Harrow Weald, Uxbridge, Hayes and Richmond.
Core services include:
- Monitoring and Detection (24/7/365)
- Incident Response
- Exposure and validation
- Threat Intelligence
- Strategic Advisory Services
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on July 8, 2026. Last refreshed 53 days ago. Reference: 064370-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
What type of contract is this?
This is a Services contract in the Information & Communication Technology sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
How much was the contract awarded for?
Aspire Technology Solutions Ltd was awarded the contract for £937,500. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit UK FTS - Find a Tender Service to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 064370-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to Aspire Technology Solutions Ltd. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge College (HRUC) in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
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