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G-Cloud 12

THE MINISTER FOR THE CABINET OFFICE ACTING THROUGH CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE

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06 May 2021 at 21:55

Summary of the contracting process

The Crown Commercial Service, as the buying organisation, is conducting a tender process for the "G-Cloud 12" framework agreement, primarily focused on the software package and information systems industry, aimed at UK public sector bodies. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, and potential bidders should note that this framework will facilitate contracts lasting up to 24 months, with two additional 12-month extensions. The timeframe for future iterations of this framework is anticipated to be on a yearly basis, reflecting market demand and service availability.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in cloud computing, software development, and IT services, particularly those looking to engage with public sector contracts. Companies that can provide innovative and scalable solutions in software and information systems would be well-positioned to compete. The establishment of an unlimited number of participants in the framework fosters a competitive environment, wherein various suppliers can submit tenders to provide critical services to the public sector, potentially leading to sustained business growth and expansion into new client markets.

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Notice Title

G-Cloud 12

Notice Description

Crown Commercial Service as the Contracting Authority is putting in place a Framework Agreement for use by UK public sector bodies identified at VI.3 (and any future successors to these organisations), which include Central Government Departments and their Arm's Length Bodies and Agencies, Non Departmental Public Bodies, NHS bodies, Local Authorities and Universities. The maximum initial duration of any Call-Off Contract that may be placed by an eligible Contracting Authorities is 24 months with two extensions allowed, each of up to 12 months. G-Cloud services, available via the Digital Marketplace, will require frequent procurement refreshes to bring on new suppliers and services. New iterations of this Framework are being considered at a frequency of 12 months depending on demand and/or availability of new services as the IT Cloud market develops.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02ae1d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009900-2021
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE MINISTER FOR THE CABINET OFFICE ACTING THROUGH CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
supplier@crowncommercial.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3454102222

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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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