--- title: "Public Sector Network (PSN) Core Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-21986cc4-9184-4af0-9acb-91cf2ca653fc" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-21986cc4-9184-4af0-9acb-91cf2ca653fc" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-21986cc4-9184-4af0-9acb-91cf2ca653fc.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-21986cc4-9184-4af0-9acb-91cf2ca653fc.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE" published: "2020-02-27" --- # Public Sector Network (PSN) Core Services Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-21986cc4-9184-4af0-9acb-91cf2ca653fc [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-21986cc4-9184-4af0-9acb-91cf2ca653fc) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-21986cc4-9184-4af0-9acb-91cf2ca653fc.json) ## Summary The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) is currently managing a tender for the "Public Sector Network (PSN) Core Services," aimed at establishing a framework for secure electronic communication within the UK public sector. This procurement falls under the services category and has a total value of £44,600,000. The open procedure tender is in the active stage, with submission deadlines set for 23rd March 2020. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 16th June 2020 and will run until 1st June 2025. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in software systems, IT services, and telecommunications, especially those capable of providing domain name system services and email relay solutions. Companies that have experience working with public sector frameworks or delivering services that enhance digital communication and security will be particularly well-suited to participate. Engaging in this framework can help businesses expand their portfolios and strengthen ties with governmental and related agencies. ## Notice Crown Commercial Service (CCS) intends to establish a framework for the provision of Public Services Network (PSN) Core Services which allows 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 two 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 & 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. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13aaced9-5012-4589-b1a1-b378bb77c355 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Feb 2020 | | Submission deadline | 23 Mar 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 15 Jun 2020 - 1 Jun 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £44,600,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE | | Locality | LIVERPOOL | | Post town | Liverpool | | Postcode | L3 9PP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside | | ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool | | Local authority | Liverpool | | Electoral ward | City Centre North | | Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems - 64 - Postal and telecommunications services - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 48000000 - Software package and information systems - 64000000 - Postal and telecommunications services - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 27 Feb 2020 at 10:32 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13aaced9-5012-4589-b1a1-b378bb77c355 - 17 Feb 2020 at 16:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13aaced9-5012-4589-b1a1-b378bb77c355 - 14 Feb 2020 at 15:41 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13aaced9-5012-4589-b1a1-b378bb77c355 - 13 Feb 2020 at 17:17 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13aaced9-5012-4589-b1a1-b378bb77c355 - 13 Feb 2020 at 13:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13aaced9-5012-4589-b1a1-b378bb77c355 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13aaced9-5012-4589-b1a1-b378bb77c355 27th February 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/aedc42ae-f350-4b3a-8c7b-5aac2bed4e63 1. Notice - Transparency Information for Crown Commercial Service Framework Agreement - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c50da2e6-0912-4491-8e83-ca82c90d10aa 2. Authorised Customer List - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/05152f52-6266-45f0-984e-bcbe12448357 3. 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