Managed Service Provider (MSP) & Security Operations Centre (SOC) / SEIM Provider

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        "description": "The objective of this package is to secure WRAP’s IT environment by delivering robust, around-the-clock cybersecurity monitoring, rapid incident response, and advanced threat intelligence services. The selected provider will strengthen WRAP’s security posture and support regulatory compliance.\nServices required are as follows:\n24/7 Security Monitoring\nProvide continuous monitoring through a mature SIEM solution, capturing logs from cloud and on-prem environments.\nDetect known and unknown threats using automated correlation engines and behaviour analytics.\nAlert WRAP to critical incidents, providing actionable context and remediation suggestions.\nIncident Response & Remediation\nProvide hands-on containment, investigation, and remediation support for security incidents.\nRespond in accordance with defined SLAs (e.g., critical threat response within 15 minutes).\nHold NCSC-assured service provider status or equivalent (e.g., CREST, CIR Level 2+ certification).\nThreat Intelligence & Hunting\nConduct proactive threat hunting activities based on emerging indicators of compromise (IOCs) and known tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).\nIngest and apply global threat intelligence feeds, adapting detection rules accordingly.\nCompliance & Regulatory Support\nEnsure ongoing compliance with ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, and other UK regulatory standards.\nEnable auditable log retention, forensic readiness, and transparent record-keeping.\nIntegration with WRAP’s Security Stack\nSeamlessly integrate with Microsoft 365 Defender, Azure Security Centre, EDR/XDR tools, and WRAP’s firewalls and network infrastructure.\nProvide visibility across multi-cloud and hybrid environments, including integration with third-party security tools.\nCustom Detection Rules\nBuild and maintain custom detection rules and workflows tailored to WRAP’s use cases and risk profile.\nCollaborate with WRAP’s internal teams to ensure detections reflect evolving business and technical contexts.\nGlobal Incident Coordination\nProvide “follow-the-sun” support, ensuring continuous coverage and coordination with WRAP’s global operations (if applicable).\nLeverage regional SOC teams to respond to threats in real-time regardless of time zone.\nReal-Time Reporting\nOffer live dashboards and periodic reporting (e.g., weekly/monthly) on incidents, threat trends, vulnerabilities, and system health.\nInclude executive-level summaries and technical deep-dives where appropriate.\nCollaboration\nWork closely with WRAP’s internal cybersecurity and IT teams.\nParticipate in incident response tabletop exercises, scenario planning, and quarterly joint reviews.\nRequired Capabilities (applicable to both packages) are as follows:\nDemonstrated experience supporting public or non-profit organisations, preferably within the UK or global NGO sector.\nEvidence of supporting hybrid environments, particularly Azure and Microsoft 365 (or equivalent).\nFlexible, transparent pricing models that suit WRAP’s operating needs and enable scaling of services.\nData handling practices compliant with UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and relevant international data laws (or equivalent).",
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    "description": "WRAP is seeking to procure support across two (2) distinct service packages:\n•Service Package 1: Managed Service Provider (MSP)\n•Service Package 2: Security Operations Centre (SOC) / SIEM Provider\nBidders may submit a proposal for one or both packages. WRAP may award a single contract covering both service areas or award separate contracts for each service package, depending on the quality and value for money of the responses.\nService Package 1: Managed Service Provider (MSP)\nThe primary objective of this package is to supplement WRAP’s internal IT function with a scalable, flexible and proactive Managed IT Services Partner. The MSP will enhance WRAP’s operational resilience, ensure efficient ticket management, maintain high system performance and align IT service delivery with WRAP’s evolving organisational needs and cybersecurity posture.\nService Package 1: Security Operations Centre (SOC) / SIEM Provider\nThe objective of this package is to secure WRAP’s IT environment by delivering robust, around-the-clock cybersecurity monitoring, rapid incident response, and advanced threat intelligence services. The selected provider will strengthen WRAP’s security posture and support regulatory compliance.\nTo submit a Bid, register for free on: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/\nAccess Code (to find the opportunity): XU66K63TY7\nFor more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: \nhttps://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Banbury:-IT-services:-consulting%2C-software-development%2C-Internet-and-support./XU66K63TY7\nTo respond to this opportunity, please click here: \nhttps://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/XU66K63TY7",
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