Tender

Public Sector Network (PSN) Core Services

CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

TenderAmendment

27 Feb 2020 at 10:32

TenderAmendment

17 Feb 2020 at 16:36

TenderAmendment

14 Feb 2020 at 15:41

TenderAmendment

13 Feb 2020 at 17:17

Tender

13 Feb 2020 at 13:51

Summary of the contracting process

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) is currently managing a tender for the "Public Sector Network (PSN) Core Services," aimed at establishing a framework for secure electronic communication within the UK public sector. This procurement falls under the services category and has a total value of £44,600,000. The open procedure tender is in the active stage, with submission deadlines set for 23rd March 2020. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 16th June 2020 and will run until 1st June 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in software systems, IT services, and telecommunications, especially those capable of providing domain name system services and email relay solutions. Companies that have experience working with public sector frameworks or delivering services that enhance digital communication and security will be particularly well-suited to participate. Engaging in this framework can help businesses expand their portfolios and strengthen ties with governmental and related agencies.

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Notice Title

Public Sector Network (PSN) Core Services

Notice Description

Crown Commercial Service (CCS) intends to establish a framework for the provision of Public Services Network (PSN) Core Services which allows government to send information electronically and securely. The framework will replace two core services currently provided by the Government GSI Convergence Framework (GCF), made available under two Lots: PSN Domain Name System (DNS) services and PSN Email Relay (including mail hygiene) services. The framework will be used by or on behalf of the whole of the UK public sector and their associated bodies & agencies, the voluntary sector, charities and/or other private organisations acting as managing agents or procuring on behalf of the public sector delivering services of a public nature.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-21986cc4-9184-4af0-9acb-91cf2ca653fc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13aaced9-5012-4589-b1a1-b378bb77c355
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

64000000 - Postal and telecommunications services

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£44,600,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Jun 2020 - 1 Jun 2025 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE
Contact Name
Crown Commercial Service
Contact Email
psncoreservices@crowncommercial.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3450103503

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

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