Security Project Team to support INetwork and IStandUK

Tender description

Why the Work is Being Done The work supports delivery for a number of projects within the National Cyber Security Programme-Local that iStandUK and iNetwork (Tameside MBC) are delivering for MHCLG under a memorandum of understanding. The wider programme supports the ongoing transformation of the English local government sectors' understanding of cyber threats and weaknesses and support the delivery of an accurate cyber risk picture through a programme of strategic mentoring seminars, supplementary briefing materials, horizon scanning and forward looking research activities. Problem to Be Solved Support the development of specific briefing materials, training products, horizon scanning and forward looking research activities that will enable a wider understanding of how English Local Government and their partners can be assisted to mitigate cyber threats. Who Are the Users As a Local Authority we need to have access to support materials to help us understand to mitigate cyber threats. Early Market Engagement Work Already Done Existing Team The existing team is made up of: MHCLG National Cyber Security Programme-Local Team and iNetwork. Current Phase Not applicable Work Location The work can be done remotely with necessary travel to London to work with MHCLG. Additional travel required to regions around England (e.g. London, Manchester, Bristol and Birmingham). Working Arrangments The bulk of the work does not require the supplier to work onsite with MHCLG in London or iNetwork in Tameside with the exception of face-to-face meetings in London as and when required (anticipate no more than once a week). Regular phone calls will be necessary over the course of delivery. The supplier will be required to attend a minimum of 4 regional events in England, and to travel as appropriate to meetings in England to support research activities. Travel & subsistence Expenses are inclusive in day rate. Security Clearance Lead SIRA to hold SC Clearance Additional T&Cs Skills & Experience Have a team led by a CCP qualified Lead SIRA Have demonstrated expertise of Data Handling best practice Provide evidence of having understanding / experience of regional WARPs Knowledge and experience of developing Cyber Exercises Knowledge and experience of working with the Resilience community Knowledge and experience of of Emergency Planning and Business Continuity Nice to Haves No. of Suppliers to Evaluate 3 Proposal Criteria Approach and methodology Estimated timeframes for the work Cultural Fit Criteria Be transparent and collaborative when making decisions Work as a team with our organisation and other suppliers Can work with clients with low technical expertise Payment Approach Capped time and materials Assessment Method Written proposal Evaluation Weighting Technical competence 75% Cultural fit 5% Price 20% Questions from Suppliers Budget range