Published date: 31 July 2025

Last edited date: 1 August 2025

Awarded contract - This means that the contract has been awarded to a supplier.


Closing: 9 August 2025, 12pm

Contract summary

Industry

  • Surveillance and security systems and devices - 35120000

Location of contract

North East

Value of contract

£488,448

Procurement reference

OPEN20251351

Published date

31 July 2025

Closing date

9 August 2025

Closing time

12pm

Contract start date

10 August 2025

Contract end date

10 August 2029

Contract type

Supply contract

Procedure type

Call-off from a framework agreement

A mini-competition or direct purchase from a pre-established framework agreement.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

No

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

No

Description

This contract has been established to secure a service focused on improving the council's overall security posture. The provider will operate a continuous 24/7 monitoring system designed to safeguard the authority against ongoing cyber threats. This solution, known as a Security Operations Centre (SOC), involves cybersecurity professionals who investigate alerts and isolate potential threats.

The SOC will complement the existing resources within Xentrall, effectively serving as an extension of our current services. In addition to offering specialised expertise, this arrangement delivers essential protection during critical out-of-hours periods. Previously, an Incident Response contract was in place to support recovery in the event of a cyber incident; the new service retains this function while introducing proactive monitoring capabilities.

Aspires services have demonstrated reliability and effectiveness. Furthermore, this supplier manages our internet connectivity and network hardware, ensuring comprehensive visibility and control. Being locally based, the company can deliver a rapid response should a significant incident arise.

Award information

Awarded date

17 July 2025

Contract start date

10 August 2025

Contract end date

10 August 2029

Total value of contract

£488,448

This contract was awarded to 1 supplier.

Aspire Technology Solutions Limited

Address

Pipewell Quay, Pipewellgate, Gateshead, NE8 2BJ

Reference

Companies House number: 06031628

Value of contract

£488,448

Supplier is SME?

No

Supplier is VCSE?

No

About the buyer

Address

DUNEDIN HOUSE
COLUMBIA DRIVE
STOCKTON-ON-TEES
TS17 6BJ
England

Email

corporateprocurement@stockton.gov.uk