Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
Satellite Applications Catapult
Electron Building, Fermi Avenue, Harwell
Didcot
OX11 0QR
procurement@sa.catapult.org.uk
Telephone
+44 1235567977
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UK - United Kingdom
Internet address(es)
Main address
Buyer's address
https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA42845
one.2) Information about joint procurement
The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body
one.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Other type
RTO
one.5) Main activity
Other activity
Space Sector
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Managed Detection and Response
Reference number
SAC-PIN-24-004
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking a reliable and experienced Manged Detection and Response (MDR) service provider to help enhance its cybersecurity defences, by replacing its current provider. The provider will be responsible for monitoring the company's endpoints, detecting, and responding to security incidents, and providing actionable insights to improve the company's overall security posture. The provider must have a deep understanding of the latest cyber threats and the tools and techniques used to prevent and mitigate them.
The scope of work for the MDR service provider will include the following:
Threat Intelligence
Security Monitoring
Incident Response; and
Reporting and Analytics
See more about each of these headings in the description of the procurement section.
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 72246000 - Systems consultancy services
- 72222300 - Information technology services
- 72250000 - System and support services
- 72253200 - Systems support services
- 72510000 - Computer-related management services
- 72511000 - Network management software services
- 72610000 - Computer support services
- 72700000 - Computer network services
- 72910000 - Computer back-up services
- 72590000 - Computer-related professional services
- 72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKJ1 - Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Main site or place of performance
Harwell
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Threat Intelligence: Responsible for collecting, analysing, and sharing threat intelligence with the company. This includes identifying and analysing threats in real-time, providing recommendations on how to mitigate them, and sharing insights into the latest threat trends and attack techniques.
Security Monitoring: Continuously monitor endpoints for signs of suspicious activity, using advanced tools and techniques to detect and respond to threats in real-time. This includes monitoring for malware, phishing attacks, data exfiltration, and other types of cyber threats.
Incident Response: In the event of a security incident, the provider will take immediate action to contain the threat and prevent further damage. This includes investigating the incident, containing the affected systems, and working with the company to develop a remediation plan.
Reporting and Analytics: Provide regular reports and analytics to the company, highlighting the current state of the company's security posture and identifying areas of improvement. These reports should be actionable and provide specific recommendations for enhancing the company's security defences.
two.2.14) Additional information
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two.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice
1 May 2023
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
Section six. Complementary information
six.3) Additional information
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