--- title: "Kent Public Services Network" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0358c4" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0358c4" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0358c4.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0358c4.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "KENT COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2022-08-04" --- # Kent Public Services Network Buyer: KENT COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0358c4 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0358c4) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0358c4.json) ## Summary The Kent County Council (KCC) is in the planning stage of a tender titled "Kent Public Services Network". This procurement process falls under the IT services industry category, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, and support. The intention is to inform the potential procurement opportunity for the next iteration of the Kent Public Services Network (KPSN) Partnership, with critical dates including a deadline for expressions of interest by 12.00 noon on 19th August 2022, and market engagement sessions scheduled for the weeks commencing 12th and 19th September 2022. The procurement aims to explore modern technology solutions for networking and communications services, scheduled to take over from the existing contract that expires in August 2024. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in IT services, especially those specialising in network solutions, cyber security, and managed infrastructure support. Companies providing innovative technological solutions and those with experience in delivering public sector services may find this tender particularly appealing. With KCC seeking input to drive evolution in public service delivery, there is potential for substantial growth and collaboration for businesses that can effectively showcase their capabilities and respond to the evolving needs of KPSN partners, which include regional councils, NHS services, and educational institutions. ## Notice Kent County Council (KCC) seeks input from the market to inform the scoping of a potential procurement opportunity concerning networking and communications for the next iteration of the Kent Public Services Network (KPSN) Partnership. KPSN is a partnership created by KCC and provides regional infrastructure WAN and Data Centre services that delivers opportunities to transform public sector services in Kent and other areas. Increasing collaboration and integration of services is at the heart of transformation in the public sector. KPSN provides the perfect vehicle to drive this evolution in service delivery in terms of the scale and depth of services, and the broad representation of its existing partners. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Kent County Council (KCC) seeks input from the market to inform the scoping of a potential procurement opportunity concerning networking and communications for the next iteration of the Kent Public Services Network (KPSN) Partnership. KPSN is a partnership created by KCC and provides a regional infrastructure WAN and Data Centre services that delivers opportunities to transform public sector services in Kent and other areas. Increasing collaboration and integration of services is at the heart of transformation in the public sector. KPSN provides the perfect vehicle to drive this evolution in service delivery in terms of the scale and depth of services, and the broad representation of its existing partners. Typical KPSN Partners are Regional, District Borough and County councils, Blue Lights services, Schools together with FE and HE Partners, Charities, NHS and other medical services. KPSN has been in existence since 2008 and early emphasis was purely around establishing the network, managing the contract (which provides and maintains the network) and building the Partnership with a core of partners that were willing to invest in the principles and opportunities that the KPSN model provides. Having established this firm foundation over a few years, KPSN then entered into a 10-year service contract in 2014 (internally known as 'KPSN2') which is due to expire in August 2024. Kent County Council (KCC) seeks input from the market to inform the scoping of a potential procurement opportunity concerning networking and communications for the next iteration of the Kent Public Services Network (KPSN) Partnership. KPSN is a partnership created by KCC and provides a regional infrastructure WAN and Data Centre services that delivers opportunities to transform public sector services in Kent and other areas. Increasing collaboration and integration of services is at the heart of transformation in the public sector. KPSN provides the perfect vehicle to drive this evolution in service delivery in terms of the scale and depth of services, and the broad representation of its existing partners. Typical KPSN Partners are Regional, District Borough and County councils, Blue Lights services, Schools together with FE and HE Partners, Charities, NHS and other medical services. KPSN has been in existence since 2008 and early emphasis was purely around establishing the network, managing the contract (which provides and maintains the network) and building the Partnership with a core of partners that were willing to invest in the principles and opportunities that the KPSN model provides. Having established this firm foundation over a few years, KPSN then entered into a 10-year service contract in 2014 (internally known as 'KPSN2') which is due to expire in August 2024. KCC's Intention for the next iteration of KPSN (internally known as 'KPSN3') is to continue to provide all KPSN partners with modern, flexible, cost-effective technology solutions for a wide range of Managed Network and Connectivity based services, including, but not limited to, SIP services, Network and Cyber Security Services, connectivity and Managed infrastructure support, innovation services together with a range of Hardware support including but not limited to, Desktops, laptops, Audio Visual suppliers to engage with us on market innovation, service delivery models and their service offering. Partners may require services specific to their sector, such as, but not limited to, HSCN or similar, for our Health and Social Care partners or commercial opportunities as required. Currently the services are delivered via a single agreement and KCC wish to explore how KPSN may deliver the services in the next contract. Suppliers are invited to attend 1:1 sessions to present suggestions, technologies and models on how best to provide connectivity and services based on today's KPSN deliverables. This should also include market innovation and market trends, including how suppliers have assisted customers with any impact caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, changes in working models with Remote Working and whatever other insights suppliers wish to provide. Market engagement sessions will take place remotely via MS Teams w/c 12 and 19 September 2022, in 1 hour sessions. KCC will engage with a maximum of 15 suppliers and, if supplier interest exceeds the number of sessions available, respondents will be selected to participate based on the range of relevant experience, ensuring representation from a range of networking and communications providers. Session availability and supporting documentation will be provided to suppliers 22 August 2022 to allow sufficient time to prepare for their chosen sessions. Please email daniel.medley@kent.gov.uk with expressions of interest by no later than 12.00 noon on Friday 19th August 2022. PIN Published 05/08/2022 Expressions of interest due by 19/08/2022 Supporting documentation released 22/08/2022 Session availability and info 22/08/2022 Session week 1 12/09/2022 Session week 2 19/09/2022 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021351-2022 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Aug 2022 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Jan 2023 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | KENT COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | MAIDSTONE | | Post town | Rochester | | Postcode | ME14 1XQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent | | Local authority | Maidstone | | Electoral ward | Penenden Heath | | Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling | | Delivery location | TLJ4 Kent | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 45 - Construction work - 48 - Software package and information systems - 50 - Repair and maintenance services - 64 - Postal and telecommunications services - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 30230000 - Computer-related equipment - 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 32250000 - Mobile telephones - 32400000 - Networks - 45314300 - Installation of cable infrastructure - 48200000 - Networking, Internet and intranet software package - 48511000 - Desktop communications software package - 48820000 - Servers - 50332000 - Telecommunications-infrastructure maintenance services - 64221000 - Interconnection services - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 4 Aug 2022 at 07:45 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021351-2022 ## Notice URLs - http://www.kent.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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