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Local Government Cyber Incident Reponse

MINISTRY OF HOUSING, COMMUNITIES AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has completed the procurement process for a Cyber Incident Response service aimed at supporting English local authorities in handling sophisticated cyberattacks. The contract, valued at £18.5 million, involves a one-year duration with an option for four additional one-year extensions. The procurement was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from the Crown Commercial Service RM3764.3 Cyber Security Services 3 DPS, classifying under the CPV code 72222300 for Information Technology Services. The service will be activated based on classifications by the National Cyber Security Centre and will be integrated into existing incident management processes, offering 24/7 access. This opportunity will see KPMG LLP providing these vital services, with operations commencing on 1st September 2025 and concluding on 31st August 2026, primarily targeting the region of England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for large-scale IT service providers specialising in cyber security. Engaging with this contract allows businesses to align with government standards, significantly amplifying their market presence and credibility. Companies experienced in dynamic purchasing systems and those willing to coordinate closely with the Ministry and local authorities will find this an optimal chance for expansion. The ongoing support required by the contract could facilitate businesses in fostering strong, long-lasting relationships with governmental bodies, thereby enhancing their portfolio in the public sector domain. This initiative not only underpins a proactive defence stance against cyber threats but also encourages innovation and expertise exchange in the technology service industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Local Government Cyber Incident Reponse

Notice Description

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) require a Cyber Incident Response (CIR) service to operate on behalf of the local government sector. MHCLG are looking to ensure that English local authorities receive support to respond to the most sophisticated and bespoke cyberattacks. MHCLG will use the National Cyber Security Centre's (NCSC's) framework for classifying incidents to activate the service at C3 and above, or at a lower level as MHCLG see necessary. To align this approach with other government departments and the advice of the NCSC (that all UK organisations use an NCSC-assured Cyber Incident Response provider when dealing with cyber incidents) a NCSC Assured Service Provider (ASP) is required. The supplier will work with MHCLG to introduce the service to local government, and we will look to integrate the service into existing incident management processes for 24/7 access. Local authorities will report incidents to the NCSC and once the NCSC have categorised the incident and the threshold for service activation is met, or MHCLG approve a below threshold activation, local authorities will be eligible to receive incident response support. The contract will be for one-year, with the option to extend for up to four additional years in one-yearly increments. MHCLG will appoint two suppliers. Service activation will rotate between these. In the instance of an event impacting many local authority organisations at once, both suppliers may be deployed. Additional information: This contract is a call off from the Crown Commercial Service RM3764.3 Cyber Security Services 3 DPS.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a257e855-e405-40f8-9586-a8d60e9df439
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£18,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£18,500,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Aug 20255 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF HOUSING, COMMUNITIES AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West 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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KPMG

Further Information

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