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Cyber incident response partner (CIRR)

POST OFFICE

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13 Jun 2025 at 09:21

Summary of the contracting process

The Post Office in England has completed a selective procurement process to engage a cyber incident response partner, with the successful contract being awarded to KPMG LLP. This procurement, classified under IT services such as consulting, software development, Internet, and support, pertains to providing rapid response and expert guidance on cyber incidents. The contract, valued at £270,000, spans from 19th May 2025 to 18th May 2027. The procurement method involved a call-off from a framework agreement, indicating a structured approach to supplier selection. The award stage was concluded on 9th April 2025, and the tender period ended on 7th February 2025.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those specialising in cyber security and incident response. The nature of the engagement is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to its focus on specialised IT services and the structured procurement process adopted by the Post Office. Such contracts not only offer financial growth but also provide an avenue for businesses to strengthen their portfolio by collaborating with prominent organisations like the Post Office and established partners like KPMG LLP.

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Notice Title

Cyber incident response partner (CIRR)

Notice Description

Rapid response to cyber incidents which includes providing expert guidance, investigation capabilities, containment strategies, and recovery actions to mitigate the risks of cyber threats to the organisation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-281bc91d-3b4f-4dde-9288-4e1b2f5255ba
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb7ca17a-c35c-4f73-9f8c-cd8484b9dedf
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£270,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£270,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
18 May 2025 - 18 May 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POST OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@postoffice.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2V 7ER
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Bassishaw
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KPMG

Further Information

Notice Documents

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