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title: "KnowB4 Cyber Security Training"
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# KnowB4 Cyber Security Training

Buyer: CPS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-78d02c9c-d104-45a7-8efe-1c38883ab375

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## Summary

The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has completed the procurement process for "KnowB4 Cyber Security Training," which falls under the industry category of Software package and information systems. The procurement, classified as a service, involves renewing KnowBe4 Phishing licensing for 8,000 users to ensure continued support for CPS's simulated phishing attacks and security awareness training. The contract, awarded to Phoenix Software Limited, will cover the period from 22 June 2024 to 21 June 2025, with an allocated budget of £67,440. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure above threshold due to its critical nature concerning cyber security and pre-election rules. The contract was finalised on 19 June 2024 and published on 30 July 2024.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in cybersecurity training and software solutions, especially those able to support large-scale deployment and ongoing security awareness initiatives. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to consider similar future tenders, given their suitability for such contracts. The focus on high-quality, reliable service provision makes this an attractive prospect for companies looking to enhance their market presence in the public sector.

## Notice

The current purchase of KnowBe4 Phishing licensing is due to expire on 21/06/2024. KnowBe4 provides phishing and security awareness training licenses to the CPS estate and assists with providing simulated phishing attacks. The key stakeholder for the requirement is the Cyber Security Team led by Sirrul Choudhary. Internal stakeholder is happy with supplier service and the platform provided by KnowBe4. The recommended approach to this requirement is to renew like for like for a total of 8,000 users. The licensing will be purchased via purchase order, with the budget coming from the software licensing budget. This procurement has been deemed critical due to its essential cyber security nature, and therefore will be purchased under pre-election rules to ensure continuity of service.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36ea8b57-5313-4ab3-a1e1-f50d5744fd1a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | 21 Jun 2024 - 21 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £67,439 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £67,440 |
| 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 | CPS |
| Locality | LONDON, |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 9EA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PHOENIX SOFTWARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 30 Jul 2024 at 10:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36ea8b57-5313-4ab3-a1e1-f50d5744fd1a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36ea8b57-5313-4ab3-a1e1-f50d5744fd1a
  30th July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9716850e-d2ac-4af7-820c-74d203dfd8db
  Redacted Contract

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