Planning

Public Sector Network (PSN) Core Services

CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Planning

23 Dec 2019 at 14:31

Planning

23 Dec 2019 at 14:22

Planning

23 Dec 2019 at 12:01

Planning

19 Dec 2019 at 10:29

Planning

18 Dec 2019 at 15:28

Summary of the contracting process

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) is preparing to establish a framework for the provision of Public Sector Network (PSN) Core Services through an open procurement process. This framework will support the UK public sector by facilitating secure electronic communication, replacing existing services from the Government GSI Convergence Framework. The planned contract period is from 16th June 2020 to 1st June 2025, with a total budget of £4.46 billion. Key dates include a future notice set for 20th February 2020 and the procurement method classified as open, above threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in information technology and telecommunications services, particularly those specialising in IT consulting, software development, and internet support. Companies capable of providing Domain Name System (DNS) and email relay services may find this contract particularly beneficial. As the framework aims to serve a broad spectrum of clients across the UK public sector, including government bodies, charities, and voluntary organisations, it is an excellent opportunity for businesses looking to expand their operations within the public procurement landscape.

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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 allow 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 2 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 and 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-b5fd17-9392168d-0943-4cbd-a6d3-cc012fe53e23
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d80f31b4-31eb-4cf9-82e3-98535fba9743
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
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

48800000 - Information systems and servers

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
23 Dec 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 Feb 2020Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Jun 2020 - 1 Jun 2025 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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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