Cyber Security Consultancy and Technical Services

Cyber Security Consultancy and Technical Services

Department of Children Disability and Equality

## Summary The Department of Children Disability and Equality is seeking a partner to provide Cyber Security Consultancy and Technical Services. The estimated value of the contract is €1,400,000.

## Scope & Deliverables * Implement risk analysis frameworks * Incident handling processes * Business continuity and disaster recovery plans * AI system security reviews (Artificial Intelligence) * SAAS security reviews (Software as a Service) * Supply chain security measures * Tabletop exercises and pen test reviews * System acquisition and maintenance controls * Vulnerability management

## Key Requirements * Eligibility: Not stated * Qualifications: + Main classification (CPV): 72222300 Information technology services + Additional classifications: - 72220000 Systems and technical consultancy services - 72250000 System and support services - 72810000 Computer audit services - 72251000 Disaster recovery services - 72315000 Data network management and support services - 72600000 Computer support and consultancy services - 72700000 Computer network services - 72246000 Systems consultancy services - 80533100 Computer training services * Experience: Not stated

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €1,400,000 * Submission deadline: Thu Aug 27 14:00:00 IST 2026 * Contract duration: 48 months (4 years) * Framework/DPS: Not stated

## How to Bid * Submission method: Electronic submission required through etenders.gov.ie * Languages: English * Key documents to prepare: + Tender document + ESPD (European Single Procurement Document)

## Bid Considerations * This tender may suit companies with experience in providing Cyber Security Consultancy and Technical Services, particularly those familiar with Irish regulations. * Opportunities include a significant contract value and the potential for long-term collaboration with the Department of Children Disability and Equality. * Risks include the complexity of the project scope and the need to comply with various regulatory requirements.

Open procedure. Any interested supplier may submit a tender. There is no shortlisting stage — all compliant bids received by the deadline are evaluated against the published award criteria. It is the most common route for Irish public contracts and is open to SMEs and new entrants.

Department of Children Disability and Equality has 10 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 1 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 8 contract(s) worth around €11,909,617.

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