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Cyber Liability Insurance

THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR CUMBRIA

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02 Dec 2025 at 14:02

Summary of the contracting process

The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Cumbria has completed a procurement process for Cyber Liability Insurance to cover risks associated with online computer systems, including hacking and data protection legislation liabilities. The contract was awarded to Beazley Group Limited, a large insurance supplier based in London. The direct procurement method without competition was used for this service due to its below threshold status, and the policy runs from 1st November 2025 to 31st October 2026. Located in Penrith, Cumbria, the buying organisation operates under sub-central government classification, highlighting their public authority role.

This tender offers business growth potential, primarily for large insurance providers specialising in cyber liability coverage and insurance services. Firms proficient in managing risks related to cyber threats and understanding data protection compliance would find this opportunity well-suited for their expertise. The direct engagement with Beazley Group Limited showcases an avenue for insurance suppliers with established reputations and comprehensive cover plans to access similar public sector opportunities.

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Notice Title

Cyber Liability Insurance

Notice Description

The Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner for Cumbria and The Chief Constable for Cumbria Constabulary via their appointed insurance Broker have sourced Cyber liability Insurance. The policy provides cover against risks connected with operating computer systems on-line, including: hacking and virus risks, and liability arising out of data protection legislation, for period 01.11.2025 to 31.10.2026. Due to the detailed nature of the renewal & negotiations the incumbent insurer was approached directly for the insurance renewal by the Broker. The Premium Contract Value includes Insurance Premium Tax

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ecff
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078947-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services


CPV Codes

66510000 - Insurance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£61,600 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR CUMBRIA
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercialdept@cumbria.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PENRITH
Postcode
CA10 2AU
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD14 Westmorland and Furness
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westmorland and Furness
Electoral Ward
Penrith South
Westminster Constituency
Penrith and Solway

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BEAZLEY GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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