--- title: "Public Sector Network (PSN) Core Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9392168d-0943-4cbd-a6d3-cc012fe53e23" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9392168d-0943-4cbd-a6d3-cc012fe53e23" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9392168d-0943-4cbd-a6d3-cc012fe53e23.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9392168d-0943-4cbd-a6d3-cc012fe53e23.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE" published: "2019-12-23" --- # Public Sector Network (PSN) Core Services Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9392168d-0943-4cbd-a6d3-cc012fe53e23 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9392168d-0943-4cbd-a6d3-cc012fe53e23) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9392168d-0943-4cbd-a6d3-cc012fe53e23.json) ## Summary 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. ## Notice 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. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d80f31b4-31eb-4cf9-82e3-98535fba9743 | | 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 | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Dec 2019 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 20 Feb 2020 | | 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 | Planned | | 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 - 48800000 - Information systems and servers - 64000000 - Postal and telecommunications services - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 23 Dec 2019 at 14:31 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d80f31b4-31eb-4cf9-82e3-98535fba9743 - 23 Dec 2019 at 14:22 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d80f31b4-31eb-4cf9-82e3-98535fba9743 - 23 Dec 2019 at 12:01 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d80f31b4-31eb-4cf9-82e3-98535fba9743 - 19 Dec 2019 at 10:29 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d80f31b4-31eb-4cf9-82e3-98535fba9743 - 18 Dec 2019 at 15:28 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d80f31b4-31eb-4cf9-82e3-98535fba9743 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d80f31b4-31eb-4cf9-82e3-98535fba9743 23rd December 2019 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/crown-commercial-service ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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