--- title: "Gigabit Capable Connectivity Extension" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-99708e07-cf7d-4359-85cc-8af9e4744012" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-99708e07-cf7d-4359-85cc-8af9e4744012" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-99708e07-cf7d-4359-85cc-8af9e4744012.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-99708e07-cf7d-4359-85cc-8af9e4744012.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE" published: "2024-09-26" --- # Gigabit Capable Connectivity Extension Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-99708e07-cf7d-4359-85cc-8af9e4744012 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-99708e07-cf7d-4359-85cc-8af9e4744012) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-99708e07-cf7d-4359-85cc-8af9e4744012.json) ## Summary 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. ## Notice 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 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e2829ca-b5b5-4d41-97fb-2adb6fbb7381 | | 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 | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 26 Sep 2024 | | Submission deadline | 24 Sep 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 24 Sep 2025 - 26 Sep 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £500,000,000 | | 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 - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment ### Codes - 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment ## Release History - 26 Sep 2024 at 15:24 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e2829ca-b5b5-4d41-97fb-2adb6fbb7381 - 9 Jan 2024 at 17:25 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e2829ca-b5b5-4d41-97fb-2adb6fbb7381 - 21 Oct 2019 at 08:48 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e2829ca-b5b5-4d41-97fb-2adb6fbb7381 - 16 Oct 2019 at 12:38 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e2829ca-b5b5-4d41-97fb-2adb6fbb7381 - 1 Oct 2019 at 12:56 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e2829ca-b5b5-4d41-97fb-2adb6fbb7381 - 24 Sep 2019 at 12:00 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e2829ca-b5b5-4d41-97fb-2adb6fbb7381 - 24 Sep 2019 at 11:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e2829ca-b5b5-4d41-97fb-2adb6fbb7381 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e2829ca-b5b5-4d41-97fb-2adb6fbb7381 26th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0ca62da1-7703-4be1-bb35-b368dae3a037 2) Contract Notice Authorised Customer List.docx - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/16a2a1fa-22da-4ca6-84b0-9be553b1cf22 Attachment 7a - Part 3 (Terms and Conditions).zip - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d2010a43-39de-4fc6-98e2-3c5cf969bf39 Attachment 7b - Part 4 (Terms and Conditions).zip - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ed149c47-a181-4e56-b1d1-45220059cc31 Bid Pack Part 1 (General) - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3909ef87-a547-47b6-a2fc-10167090d44c Attachment 7 - Part 2 (Terms and Conditions) - https://supplierregistration.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/dps/marketplace/gcc#technology COTA_LINK - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/62ec7ff4-2214-41fb-bbdc-66a04368db03 Attachment 7b - Part 4 (Terms and Conditions).zip - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1debd923-34c7-4431-a5a3-e993d5ac39dd Attachment 7 - Part 2 (Terms and Conditions).zip - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3135d1da-495b-4b03-8bfe-808026af1d63 Attachment 7b - Part 4 (Terms and Conditions).zip - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a152ce0a-2d13-4e02-9a94-141d7f5ffa06 Attachment 7 - Part 2 (Terms and Conditions).zip - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f6d2ce31-a1b2-4a63-a9f3-59eada833023 ## Notice URLs - https://www.gov.uk/ccs - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/local-full-fibre-networks-challenge-fund ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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