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Gigabit Capable Connectivity Extension

Crown Commercial Service

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Summary of the contracting process

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has extended its Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the "Gigabit Capable Connectivity Extension" (GCC) project. This extension will now last until 24th September 2025, making it a 72-month framework in total. The contract, classified under the CPV code 32000000, covers radio, television, communication, telecommunication, and related equipment. It aims to provide central government and wider sector organisations with options to procure GCC services via managed connectivity or fibre infrastructure services. The locations affected are extensive, covering the United Kingdom, its territories, and numerous countries worldwide. The contract is currently in the active stage of the tender and spans from 25th September 2025 to 26th September 2025.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in the telecom and infrastructure sectors, particularly those specialising in communication and telecommunication equipment and services. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are explicitly encouraged to participate. By being part of this DPS, businesses can tap into extensive funding from the Local Full Fibre Networks (LFFN) programme and access a broad customer base across central government and other organisations. The procurement method follows a selective, restricted procedure, making it a strategic opportunity for companies looking to grow through secure, government-backed contracts. Selected businesses will be invited to submit tenders throughout the DPS duration, fostering sustained business growth opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Gigabit Capable Connectivity Extension

Notice Description

Crown Commercial Service (CCS) set up a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for a period of 48 months and this is now being extended for a further 24 months and is inviting interested bidders to apply for the Gigabit Capable Connectivity (GCC) DPS. This DPS will provide central government and wider sector organisations with the opportunity to procure GCC services via a managed connectivity service or through a fibre infrastructure service from a range of suppliers. This DPS is suitable for use by organisations who have secured funding through the LFFN programme https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/local-full-fibre-networks-challenge-fund If you are successfully appointed to the DPS you will be invited by customers (buyers) to submit tenders for relevant services through a competition. This DPS remains open for bidders to request to participate throughout its duration. Additional information: N.B. Please be aware the dates input in the 'Closing Date' and 'Contract Start Date' have been revised to enable the opportunity to remain open on Contracts Finder. However, the 'Contract End Date' input is correct and is a true reflection of the contract end date for RM6095 - Gigabit Capable Connectivity

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-99708e07-cf7d-4359-85cc-8af9e4744012
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e2829ca-b5b5-4d41-97fb-2adb6fbb7381
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Sep 2025 - 26 Sep 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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
Postcode Area
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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