Contracting of vulnerability diagnosis service, denial tests and remediation support for the technological infrastructure and applications for the 2025 referendum and popular consultation

This tender, identified by process code SIE-CNE-2025-024-2546, seeks to contract specialized services for the technological infrastructure and applications supporting the 2025 Referendum and Popular Consultation. The National Electoral Council (Consejo Nacional Electoral) is the contracting entity, utilizing an Electronic Reverse Auction modality. The core objective is to ensure the robustness, security, and reliability of the IT systems and applications that will underpin these critical democratic processes.

The scope of work includes comprehensive vulnerability diagnosis to identify potential weaknesses within the existing technological infrastructure and applications. This will be complemented by denial-of-service (DoS) testing to assess the systems' resilience against attacks designed to disrupt their availability. Crucially, the contract also encompasses accompaniment and support services for the remediation of any identified vulnerabilities and weaknesses. This ensures that identified issues are effectively addressed and resolved, thereby strengthening the overall security posture.

A specific item required under this contract is "Services to permit, grant, or otherwise authorize the use of rights to use computer programs, program descriptions, and supporting materials for software systems and applications," with an estimated value of USD 35,000.00. This suggests a need for licensing or access to specific software tools or platforms essential for the diagnostic and remediation phases. The successful bidder will play a vital role in safeguarding the integrity and operational continuity of the electoral technology infrastructure during a period of high demand and scrutiny.

This is a services contract in the governance and public administration sector. Located in Ecuador, Latin America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of USD 35,000.

Published through SERCOP Ecuador, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the governance and public administration sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.