Tender: Managed IT and Cyber Security Services for North East Autism Society — PQQ for 1,300 Users Across 54 Sites

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North East Autism Society (NEAS) is seeking a supplier for managed IT and cyber security services to support approximately 1,300 users across 54 sites. Services required include an IT service desk, Microsoft 365 support and backup, cyber security monitoring, endpoint management, Azure support, backup and disaster recovery, vulnerability assessments, managed firewall support and strategic IT consultancy. This is Stage 1 of a two-stage procurement: suppliers must complete the short Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) for shortlisting; shortlisted suppliers will be invited to a later Invitation to Tender (ITT). Suppliers must have an operational office in the North East of England, current experience supporting charity sector clients, and current experience supporting organisations with more than 1,000 employees. Key dates: clarification questions by 20/10/2026 12pm, PQQ deadline 30/10/2026 12pm, shortlist notified 05/11/2026, ITT issued 09/11/2026, ITT deadline 09/12/2026 12pm, contract award 08/01/2027 and contract start 01/04/2027. Completed PQQs should be returned to the email address in the contact details by the closing date and time.