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Jisc Certificate Service

Jisc Services Limited

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10 Dec 2024 at 15:46

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Summary of the contracting process

Jisc Services Limited has awarded a contract to DigiCert Ireland Limited for the Jisc Certificate Service, focusing on IT services such as consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement process is in the Award stage, with the contract being signed on 9 December 2024, following an urgent need due to a potential disruption from a legal dispute between the prior supplier, GEANT, and Sectigo. The contract, worth £260,000, will span an initial term of 12 months, with possible extensions. Jisc aims to support over 600 member organisations, ensuring high volumes of SSL certificate issuance and renewal, especially in light of evolving standards. The framework is available across the UK and to NRENs outside the UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with capabilities in SSL certificate management, scalability, and support. Companies with expertise in high-volume SSL issuance, Wildcards, code signing, and client authentication certificates will find this contract appealing. Jisc's extensive network of member organisations and potential for extensions make this a lucrative opportunity for businesses looking to establish or grow their presence in the public sector IT services market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Jisc Certificate Service

Notice Description

Our organization currently supports over 600 organizations within its membership, encompassing 36,000+ SSL certificates across different types and use cases. Primary Certificate Types: Primarily Organization Validation (OV) and Extended Validation (EV) certificates are in use. Some members also require Wildcards, along with specific needs for code signing and client authentication certificates. Volume and Scalability Requirements: High issuance and renewal volumes are anticipated to increase over the coming years, particularly given the evolving SSL standards and frequency requirements. The selected provider(s) must demonstrate scalability to meet these high demands efficiently. To deliver the Jisc Certificate Service, Jisc requires engagement with a 3rd party provider.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Jisc intend to enter into a contract with DigiCert for a period of 12 months (initial term). This contract is being awarded because of the situation outlined in Annex D. Jisc deems that Regulation 32(2)(c) of PCRs 2015 applies. Jisc has carried out market research and due diligence activities to ensure that DigiCert can meet the high requirements and expectations of Jisc and its Customers. Jisc reserves the right to consider further extensions to the initial term based on the outcome of further market research and other significant considerations, that may impact the procurement strategy.

Procurement Information

In November 2024, Jisc was informed of a potential disruption to the Jisc Certificate Service provided to JSL customers, stemming from an ongoing legal dispute between our supplier (GEANT) and their provider (Sectigo). On December 2, 2024, we received official confirmation, leaving us with only 45 days to find an alternative solution. Subsequently, it was announced that Sectigo had unilaterally terminated the contract between the two parties. Sectigo will cease service provision on January 10, 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c615
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039789-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated without publication of a contract notice
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£260,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Jisc Services Limited
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 6NB
Postcode Area
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DIGICERT IRELAND LIMITED

Further Information

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