Open25 days left · closes 11:59pm, Wednesday 9 December 2026

Managed Detection and Response (MDR) Service

The Cambridge Housing Society Ltd · Housing

In brief

The Cambridge Housing Society Ltd is looking for suppliers for IT and software work (East of England).

The estimated value is £140,000 excluding VAT.

The contract runs for 3 years, up to 5 years with extensions, starting 6 January 2027.

The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.

Bids close at 11:59pm, Wednesday 9 December 2026.

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Can I win this?

Key dates

Questions by
5pm, Friday 27 November 2026
Bids by
11:59pm, Wednesday 9 December 2026

How bids are scored

Price 30% · Functionality matched against the specification 40% · Degree of future-proof capability 10% · Consultancy Support 8% · Implementation and Mobilisation 8% · Social Value 5%

Quality matters most. You can win without being the cheapest.

Competition

Typical: a median of 4 bids per contract for IT and software contracts in this region (from 132 awards in the last 12 months).

What the notice says

A comprehensive MDR service to support the protection of its users, information, systems and technology environment against cyber security threats. A managed cyber security service providing 24 hours a day, 7 days a week monitoring, detection, investigation and response capability, supported by appropriate security expertise, processes and technologies. The anticipated scope includes: 24/7 Security Operations Centre (SOC) monitoring and response; Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and/or Extended Detection and Response (XDR); Integration with and monitoring of Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Entra ID; Identity-based threat detection; Security alert investigation, triage and…Read the full description
A comprehensive MDR service to support the protection of its users, information, systems and technology environment against cyber security threats. A managed cyber security service providing 24 hours a day, 7 days a week monitoring, detection, investigation and response capability, supported by appropriate security expertise, processes and technologies. The anticipated scope includes: 24/7 Security Operations Centre (SOC) monitoring and response; Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and/or Extended Detection and Response (XDR); Integration with and monitoring of Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Entra ID; Identity-based threat detection; Security alert investigation, triage and prioritisation; Proactive threat hunting; Threat intelligence; Incident containment and remediation support; Incident escalation and notification; Digital forensics and incident investigation; Integration with CHS's existing security and technology environment; Onboarding and deployment; Security reporting and service reviews; Vulnerability and exposure insights; Access to security specialists and escalation resources; Support during significant cyber security incidents; and Continual service improvement. Details of the following would also be beneficial: MDR service and operating models, including the division of responsibilities between CHS and the provider. Technologies deployed or integrated with in delivering MDR services. Integration with Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID and other relevant security technologies. Threat detection, investigation, proactive threat hunting, containment and remediation capabilities. Incident response arrangements, including support for serious or high-impact cyber incidents. 24/7 SOC operating models and SOC locations. Relevant security standards, certifications and independent assurance. Security data processing, retention, protection and residency arrangements. Typical severity classifications, response times and service levels. Reporting, customer dashboards, service reviews and security metrics. Onboarding, implementation and transition arrangements. Typical licensing and commercial models.

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How to bid

  1. Read the full notice on Find a Tender, including any tender documents it links to.
  2. Register your organisation on the Central Digital Platform (through Find a Tender) if you have not already. Suppliers need to be registered to take part in procurements under the Procurement Act 2023.
  3. Follow the submission instructions in the notice; it does not name an e-tendering portal.
  4. Send clarification questions before 5pm, Friday 27 November 2026.
  5. Make sure your bid arrives before 11:59pm, Wednesday 9 December 2026. Late bids are usually rejected.

Timeline

  1. Tender notice · UK4, notice 108226-2026

About the buyer

Procurements

13

Awards

4

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    £1.5mestimated
  4. Maiden Erlegh Trust - Mobile Device Scheme

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    Open9 days leftSuitable for SMEs

    £6mestimated
  5. FRA Remedial 2026-2029

    London & Quadrant Housing TrustNorth West, East of England, London, South EastArchitecture and engineering, Construction

    Open9 days left5 lotsSuitable for SMEs

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From notice 108226-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 13 November 2026. We last checked for changes on 13 November 2026.