SHET network segregation project and networking support services

Description

Scottish Hydro Electric Transmission seek a skilled provider of network and security consulting and project delivery services to design and deliver a major IT network and authentication re-structure. The objective of the project is to further segregate SHET network zones from SSE corporate networking, enabling SHET to apply networking changes in a more agile way with less inter-group dependency. The projects span both IT and OT (operational technology). This project will in 2025 define a costed strategy, architecture secure design, support model and execution plan for SHET to meet its desired network and security outcomes, with execution of the approved design to follow in 2026 as part of the RIIO-T3 regulatory period. On-site execution will take place across the territory of Scotland. The supplier should be able to provide CREST certified penetration testing services It is desirable that the supplier have the capability to provide IT managed services and project delivery services (for example but not limited to networking, infrastructure, cybersecurity specialisms) and professional services as this may be a future requirement. The PIN estimate reflects a combination of initial project delivery, contingency, potential ad-hoc projects and support services, and is not a promise or guarantee that the estimate will be reached during the initial or renewal terms.