--- title: "Public Sector Broadband Aggregation (PSBA) 3" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-054711" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-054711" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-054711.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-054711.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT" published: "2026-06-16" --- # Public Sector Broadband Aggregation (PSBA) 3 Buyer: LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-054711 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-054711) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-054711.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the Public Sector Broadband Aggregation (PSBA) 3.0 service is being carried out by the Welsh Government. The procurement aims to secure a service integrator to deliver a modern, secure, and resilient national broadband network across Wales, covering over 120 public sector organisations and nearly 5,000 sites. This initiative is currently in the planning stage as of 16th June 2026, with a scheduled tender launch on 9th September 2026. The procurement process includes phases like market engagement, with ongoing opportunity for prospective suppliers to engage and register their interest via email at PSBA3@gov.wales. This substantial services contract, estimated to be valued at approximately £700 million, is envisaged to start on 3rd October 2027 and extend until 3rd October 2033, with potential renewals until 2042. The PSBA 3.0 project presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for companies specialising in IT services, telecommunications, and digital infrastructure solutions. The project calls for expertise in the integration of network solutions such as WAN services and cloud connectivity, and it offers scope for innovation due to its long-term nature and critical role in supporting public services like health and education. Businesses that can offer cutting-edge, scalable solutions with a focus on security and resilience stand to benefit greatly from this tender, making it an ideal proposition for well-established IT service providers and those with experience in handling complex public sector contracts. ## Notice The Welsh Government is preparing to procure a service integrator to deliver the next generation Public Sector Broadband Aggregation service, PSBA 3.0, which will provide a modern, secure, resilient, and futureproof national network covering over 120 public sector organisations and almost 5,000 sites across Wales. PSBA 3.0 represents one of the largest and most strategic service integrator opportunities in the UK public sector, offering a long-term anchor contract, significant opportunity for innovation, and the ability to shape critical digital infrastructure that underpins health, education, emergency services, and government operations across Wales. The vision for PSBA 3.0 is to ensure a secure and resilient national connectivity service with an "evergreen" design approach - meaning the underlying technology, security controls and service capabilities will be continuously refreshed and evolve over the life of the contract to meet the changing needs of the Welsh public sector in terms of performance and cost. To support this stage of the market engagement, a PSBA 3.0 Prospectus has been produced to provide further details on aspects including the scope, current services, procurement approach commercial principles, delivery expectations and opportunities that suppliers may wish to consider prior to the formal competitive process. It also provides information on the opportunity for 1-2-1 engagement meetings, and the requirements bidders will need to meet to gain access to the data room during the tender process. The PSBA 3.0 Market Engagement Prospectus is available to download through the Welsh Government's ETender Platform: https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.shtml Registration is free to any new suppliers. The prospectus is available within PQQ_33851 Public Sector Broadband Aggregation (PSBA 3.0) The current PSBA service provides a core Welsh Government funded component comprising: * A core Wide Area Network (WAN); * The 24hrx7days a week x365 days a year service desk; * Engineering teams; * Service teams; * A rolling programme of network upgrades and improvement that keep pace with the exponential rise in public sector demand for connectivity services; * Individual contracts for a call-off catalogue of services available to PSBA users; * An 'E-sports' facility; * Cloud connectivity; and * An integrator function for the public sector in Wales, which includes the purchasing of: * Fully-managed WAN services using any combination of Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS), Software Defined (SD) WAN, Ethernet, Internet, Mobile Data or more from a range of communications providers; * Secure roaming services to connect people on the move; * Resilient web filtering services for schools to determine if content should be blocked; * Direct internet services with high-capacity network connectivity; * Robust firewalls and other security services; * Consultancy and strategic advice to support network and associated infrastructure projects; and * Peering capability enabling the connection of internet networks and traffic exchange. The service provision is complex as it needs to aggregate purchased services from different providers Procurement Scope * Provide scalable and flexible always on, resilient and robust connectivity services and efficient service management to Recipient Organisations * Provide a dynamic service to deliver best value to the public sector in Wales * Exploit existing investment in the PSBA network unless and until there is a business case for change; * Maintain network services that support the increased sharing of information, collaboration and integration of services across public sector organisations; * Ensure resilient network services for the public sector during transition from the current PSBA service to PSBA's successor(s); * Provide a network service that facilitates Welsh Government in driving growth, delivering jobs and developing wealth (now to include social value and move to digital delivery of services for best user experience); and * Provide an ICT infrastructure platform capable of supporting future technology evolution in the supply and demand of services to public sector organisations. for further information/register interest please contact PSBA3@gov.wales ### Planning Information Please follow instructions in the PSBA 3.0 Prospectus. This will explain the approach for written responses and the potential for 1-2-1 meetings. Following this engagement, we will review all feedback received and consider how it may inform the refinement of our requirements and procurement strategy. We recognise that further refinement may also occur during any future dialogue phase, as solutions develop and proposals are shaped in collaboration with bidders. We appreciate your time and input and look forward to hearing your views. The PSBA 3.0 Market Engagement Prospectus is available to download through the Welsh Government's ETender Platform: https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.shtml Registration is free to any new suppliers. The prospectus is available within PQQ_33851 Public Sector Broadband Aggregation (PSBA 3.0) ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056443-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement 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 | 16 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 9 Sep 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Oct 2027 - 3 Oct 2033 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £700,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT | | Locality | CARDIFF | | Post town | Cardiff | | Postcode | CF10 3NQ | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan | | Local authority | Cardiff | | Electoral ward | Cathays | | Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth | | Delivery location | TLL Wales | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 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 - 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 45232300 - Construction and ancillary works for telephone and communication lines - 45310000 - Electrical installation work - 48000000 - Software package and information systems - 50300000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to personal computers, office equipment, telecommunications and audio-visual equipment - 64200000 - Telecommunications services - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 16 Jun 2026 at 08:38 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056443-2026 - 15 Jun 2026 at 12:36 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056194-2026 - 31 Mar 2026 at 12:33 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029662-2026 - 26 Nov 2025 at 09:31 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077082-2025 - 21 Nov 2025 at 16:37 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076190-2025 - 16 Jun 2025 at 12:12 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032584-2025 - 16 Jun 2025 at 12:10 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032583-2025 - 16 Jun 2025 at 12:06 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032580-2025 - 16 Jun 2025 at 12:01 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032577-2025 - 16 Jun 2025 at 11:56 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032572-2025 - 11 Jun 2025 at 16:08 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031685-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056443-2026 16th June 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056194-2026 15th June 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029662-2026 31st March 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077082-2025 26th November 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076190-2025 21st November 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032584-2025 16th June 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032583-2025 16th June 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032580-2025 16th June 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032577-2025 16th June 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032572-2025 16th June 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031685-2025 11th June 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://gov.wales - https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.shtml - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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