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PSN Secure Access

OFCOM

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20 Apr 2026 at 08:48

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "PSN Secure Access" services, which involves hosting secure access to the Public Sector Network, was initiated by OFCOM, a prominent regulatory authority in the UK. This contract falls under the Internet network industry category and is valued at £209,000. The project will be primarily executed in London, United Kingdom. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with Specialist Computer Centres Plc recognised as the supplier following the use of a selective procurement method via a G-Cloud 14 call-off framework agreement. Key dates included the end of the tender period on 13th January 2026, and the contract period is set between 1st April 2026 and 31st March 2028.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses poised to engage in Internet network services, particularly those with expertise in secure network solutions. SMEs are especially encouraged to participate, given the project's suitability for small and medium-sized enterprises, aligning with OFCOM's procurement strategy to diversify and engage with a wide array of suppliers. The contract's framework agreement method simplifies entry for firms familiar with government procurement processes, enhancing growth prospects for businesses eager to expand their public sector portfolio in the technology industry within the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PSN Secure Access

Notice Description

This notice is for PSN Secure Access services, hosting secure access to the PSN (Public Sector Network). Additional information: This contract was procured through G-Cloud 14.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-865d62dd-7a13-4e0c-a68e-7a191ac755b5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22a50193-aa76-4401-8661-0a7bafa2785e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

CPV Codes

32412110 - Internet network

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£209,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£209,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFCOM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 9HA
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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