Bechtle and Trend Micro Secure 216M Euro Framework Contract to Transform Public IT Security

Bechtle and Trend Micro Secure 216M Euro Framework Contract to Transform Public IT Security

(IN BRIEF) Germany’s Federal Ministry of the Interior and Community (BMI) and Bechtle have entered into a framework contract worth 216 million euros for IT security products and services from Trend Micro. The five-year agreement, with a possible two-year extension, will supply a comprehensive range of solutions to protect endpoints, servers, networks, and e-mail systems, along with implementation, managed services, and German-speaking support. Led by Bechtle IT System House Bonn, the contract underscores the companies’ strong partnership and commitment to secure digitalization in the public sector. Both Bechtle and Trend Micro expressed confidence in the value this contract will bring to federal agencies and highlighted their strategic role in advancing secure government operations.

(PRESS RELEASE) NECKARSULM, 2-Apr-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — In a major development for public-sector IT security, the procurement office of Germany’s Federal Ministry of the Interior and Community (BMI) has signed a framework contract with Bechtle for a comprehensive suite of Trend Micro security solutions. Valued at 216 million euros, the contract spans five years with an optional two-year extension, and covers a wide array of products and services designed to secure endpoints, servers, networks, and e-mail systems. Bechtle, in close collaboration with its long-standing partner Trend Micro, will not only supply the hardware and software but also deliver implementation services, ongoing managed support, and German-speaking first and second-level assistance.

Bechtle IT System House Bonn, known for its expertise in federal-level projects, will spearhead the operational aspects of the contract. To guarantee smooth deployment and sustained operation of the Trend Micro solutions within government agencies, a dedicated team comprising professionals from managed services, support, and helpdesk functions is being established.

Waldemar Zgrzebski, Managing Director of Bechtle Bonn, stated, “This agreement reaffirms our reputation as a trusted partner to the federal public sector. In partnership with Trend Micro, we are playing a pivotal role in enhancing the secure digitalisation of public administration. Our commitment to building and training specialized teams reflects our shared ambition to drive the digital transformation of government functions.” Dirk Arendt, Director Government & Public Sector DACH at Trend Micro, added, “We deeply appreciate the trust federal agencies have placed in our extensive product portfolio. Our strong partnership with Bechtle enables us to provide not only advanced technology but also customized services and support that generate tangible benefits for our customers.”

Bechtle’s status as a Trend Micro Elite Partner and its recognition as Strategic Partner 2024 further underline the strength of this collaboration.

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