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This OCDS record details the Financial Services Compensation Scheme's tender for a UK-based 24/7 outsourced hybrid Security Operations Centre providing Managed Detection and Response, Digital Forensics and Incident Response, and Cyber Threat Intelligence, requiring integration with existing SIEM, EDR/XDR, and IT ticketing systems.
This OCDS Release Package provides structured data detailing the Financial Services Compensation Scheme's tender for a new outsourced hybrid Security Operations Centre, including buyer information and tender specifics.
The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) is seeking a UK-based 24/7 outsourced hybrid Security Operations Centre (SOC) provider for Managed Detection and Response (MDR), Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR), and Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI), requiring integration with existing systems, with qualification details available via the Delta eSourcing portal.
The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) is seeking a UK-based 24/7 outsourced hybrid Security Operations Centre (SOC) for Managed Detection and Response (MDR), Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR), and Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI), with an estimated value of £1.85M, requiring integration with existing SIEM/EDR/XDR and IT ticketing systems.
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This tender provides clear service requirements and good practical accessibility but suffers from significant deficiencies in transparency and data consistency, primarily due to missing evaluation criteria and contradictory information.
The tender uses a recognized procedure type ('Competitive flexible procedure') and includes mandatory exclusion grounds. CPV codes are appropriate, and deadlines are reasonable. However, the 'Liable Person' is missing, and there's a direct contradiction with 'Value Classified: Yes' despite the estimated value being disclosed, which impacts transparency and disclosure compliance.
The service description and AI-extracted technical requirements are clear and unambiguous. However, the critical absence of specified evaluation criteria significantly hinders bidders' understanding of how their proposals will be assessed, which is a major clarity flaw.
Most basic information, including title, reference, organization, deadlines, value, and duration, is provided. Documents are also attached. However, the tender is incomplete due to the absence of evaluation criteria and the 'Liable Person' details.
Electronic submission and full document access are enabled, and the submission deadline is reasonable. However, the lack of transparent evaluation criteria is a major fairness concern, as it undermines objectivity. The contradictory 'Value Classified' status also detracts from overall transparency.
The tender scores highly on practicality, with clear links for electronic submission and document access via the Delta eSourcing portal. The contract start date, duration, and estimated value are all clearly specified, making it easy for potential bidders to engage.
This category shows significant weaknesses. There is a direct contradiction between 'Value Classified: Yes' and the disclosed estimated value. Furthermore, the submission deadline and contract start date are identical, which is illogical and indicates a data entry error. Missing 'Liable Person' and procedure codes also contribute to inconsistency.
The tender does not explicitly mention or integrate any green procurement, social aspects, or innovation criteria. There is no indication of EU funding, which often drives higher sustainability standards.
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