Secure/Protect - Firewall
Up to 50% support for SMEs (S$12,500) and up to 30% support (S$7,500) for non-SMEs
Application outcome in 1 week
About this activity/solution
Firewall solutions monitor and control network traffic based on security rules, acting as gatekeepers between trusted internal networks and untrusted external networks. Available as host-based or network-based systems, they filter communications to prevent unauthorised access and cyber threats, supporting CSA Cyber Essentials "Secure/Protect" requirements.
- Sector(s): All sectors
- The cost of this activity is capped at S$25,000
- Support received for all Automation and Digitalisation projects combined will count towards your company's annual grant cap of S$30,000, within your overall annual grant cap of S$100,000
- Project must be completed within 18 months from date of approval
- Costs incurred from date of application are covered upon approval
Supported costs
Software costs (capped at 12 months)
Non-supported costs
Include (but are not limited to):
- Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- Maintenance costs
Eligibility
Check your company's eligibility on BizSG.
Business entity must:
- Be registered and operating in Singapore
- Have at least 30% ownership (direct or indirect) by Singaporean(s) and/or Singapore PR(s), determined by the ultimate individual ownership
- Not be a home-based business
- Not have started work or made any payment or deposit to a supplier, vendor, or third party prior to application submission
- Not have previously applied for grant support for this solution
Project conditions:
- Digital solutions purchased or subscribed to must be used or implemented in Singapore
Project deliverables
At the end of the project, submit a photo displaying the software deployed and the unique identifier. This unique identifier must also be entered into the system during claim submission.
Application documents and information required
- Vendor quotation
- Projection of expected cost savings as a result of the project, for 1 year after project completion
How to apply
Ensure all documents and information listed under the "Application documents and information required" section are ready before starting your application.
Visit IMDA SMEs Go Digital to access the list of pre-approved vendors and solutions. Identify a suitable vendor and solution that best suits your business needs.
Contact the vendor to discuss the suitability of your selected solution. The vendor will provide you with a quotation.
Based on the vendor quotation, select the suitable solution package on SMEs Go Digital. Customise it if needed, by adjusting components such as number of licences and professional services required. This package should match the vendor quotation exactly.
Sign in to your company’s Corppass account to generate a package reference ID for your solution package. This reference ID is required for your application on BGP.
Sign in to the company’s Corppass account to apply on BGP. If you do not have a Corppass account, refer to this guide to sign up.
If your application is approved, a Letter of Offer (LOF) will be issued and it must be accepted. The LOF will include the following:
- Conditions of support
- Grant amount awarded
- Project qualifying period
- Project deliverables
As proof of project completion, ensure all project deliverables outlined in the ‘Project deliverables’ section on this page or in the LOF are met.
After project commencement, if you need to make changes to your project, you may submit a change request during the project qualifying period. Note that only two types of changes are permitted:
- Change to project end date
- Change to claim due date
All change requests are subject to approval.
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9a. Set up your payment method
Submit the necessary information for your preferred mode of disbursement. The grant will be credited to your stipulated bank account through PayNow (preferred) or GIRO.
PayNow (preferred)
Register for PayNow Corporate with the company’s UEN +3 alphanumeric suffix (if applicable):
- Contact the bank or log in to your bank’s internet banking or mobile banking app
- Link the UEN to the bank account. A 3-digit alpha-numeric suffix can be added to the UEN to create multiple PayNow proxies
- Enter the company name to complete the setup
Once setup is completed, submit the PayNow Corporate details via the BGP claim form. Disbursement will be made within 14 working days after approval of claims.
GIRO
Submit GIRO details via the BGP form. Disbursement via GIRO may take up to eight weeks after approval of claims.
If neither PayNow Corporate nor GIRO has been set up, disbursement of the claim will not be possible.
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9b. Prepare your claim submission
Before submitting your claim, take note of the following and ensure your documents are ready:
- Only expenses approved in the LOF are eligible for support
- All project expenses must be paid in full before submitting
- Claims must be submitted before the claim due date
(i) Deliverables documentation
Ensure all project deliverables have been completed as stated in your Letter of Offer (LOF). Refer to the 'Deliverables' section on this page or your LOF for the full list of required documents.
(ii) Expense verification documents
Ensure you have the relevant proof of payment documents for all project expenses. If expenses were not paid directly by your company, include proof of reimbursement to the relevant party. Refer to the claim document requirements here for the full list of supporting documents required.
Supporting documents in a foreign language must be accompanied by an English translation.
Once your documents are ready, log into the Business Grants Portal to submit your claim. Ensure all documents are clear and complete, as incomplete submissions may result in delays or rejection.
Important notes:
- Additional documents or clarification may be requested during the claim process. Prompt responses will help ensure smooth processing of the claim.
- Grant eligibility criteria apply until claim submission. If your company no longer meets the eligibility criteria at any point during the project, your claim will not be supported.
Once your claim is approved, you will receive an email notification.
You may expect to receive the grant disbursement in the stipulated bank account via your selected mode in the claim form within the timeline below.
- PayNow Corporate: 14 working days after claim approval
- GIRO: Up to eight weeks after claim approval
Check your bank account to confirm receipt of the grant.
For enquiry on grant disbursement, contact Enterprise Singapore.