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title: "Cyber incident response partner (CIRR)"
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# Cyber incident response partner (CIRR)

Buyer: POST OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-281bc91d-3b4f-4dde-9288-4e1b2f5255ba

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## Summary

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.

## Notice

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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb7ca17a-c35c-4f73-9f8c-cd8484b9dedf |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 18 May 2025 - 18 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £270,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £270,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | POST OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC2V 7ER |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | City of London |
| Electoral ward | Bassishaw |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KPMG |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 13 Jun 2025 at 09:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb7ca17a-c35c-4f73-9f8c-cd8484b9dedf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb7ca17a-c35c-4f73-9f8c-cd8484b9dedf
  13th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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