Competition with a shortlist
Competitive procedure with a selection stage: suppliers were shortlisted before being invited to bid.
Key facts
- Buyer
- Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council · Regional or local authority
- Supplier
- Socura SME
- Value
- Not published
- Procedure
- Restricted procedure
- Sector
- IT services · Computer network services (CPV 72700000)
- Region
- Wales
- Official notice
- 015267-2024 on Find a Tender
- Timeline
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- Contract date2 Apr 2024
- Published14 May 2024Published 42 days after the contract date
Description
The CymruSOC project addresses the escalating risk of cyber-attacks on the public sector by providing a dedicated managed service provider to deliver cybersecurity services tailored to the needs of Local Authorities and Fire and Rescue Services in Wales. CymruSOC aims to enhance cyber resilience, readiness and visibility across Wales, supporting the “Defend as One” principle outlined in the 2022 UK National Cyber Strategy. By managing cyber security risks, detecting security events and minimizing the impact of cyber incidents, CymruSOC will strengthen the overall cyber resilience of its members. Additionally, the project aligns with the Welsh Government’s Cyber Action Plan, promoting cyber security awareness and skill development to build a thriving cyber economy. The Contracting Authority is in possession of an Award of Funding in relation to the Cymru Security Operations Centre to fund this requirement. The 21 Member Bodies are: Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council, Flintshire Coun…
About the supplier
Socura: every public contract they have won, plus their Companies House record (company 12200836).