Provision of Network Services with SASE and Zero Trust Architecture to Norfolk County Council
Norfolk County Council · Awarded contract
AwardedProvision of Network Services with SASE and Zero Trust Architecture to Norfolk County Council
Awarded 16 Oct 2022
Awarded16 Oct 2022
Value£3,000,000.00
SupplierAbzorb Group Ltd
AgencyNorfolk County Council
RegionEast of England
CategoryIT & Software
Expires in 2y 5mo6y 6mo term, 63% elapsed
Awarded 16 Oct 2022Expires 30 Mar 2029
About
Norfolk County Council awarded a contract to Abzorb Group Ltd for the provision of new network services, transitioning from traditional MPLS to a direct internet-based solution with a SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) and zero trust architecture model, including distributed cloud and client-based security.
The contract, valued at approximately AUD 3,000,000, includes extension provisions for a possible further 3 years, and the Council reserved the right to purchase additional equipment, licenses, and resources during the term.
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Provision of Network Services with SASE and Zero Trust Architecture to Norfolk County Council
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