Oct 30, 2012 green cloud awarded supplier status for the uk governments g cloud framework by green cloud hosting october 30, 2012 cloud computing, microsoft lync green cloud hosting, a leading cloud solutions provider headquartered in manchester, has been awarded the g cloud ii framework agreement by the government procurement service to deliver cloud. Aug 04, 2016 the total number of suppliers on the g cloud framework g7 and g8 is 2726 90% smes and the public sector now has access to over 26,000 services. Gcloud 11 is the latest iteration of the governments digital marketplace framework, which is designed to provide central government, local councils, nhs trusts and. Suppliers call for improvements to gcloud framework. Groupbc selected for gcloud 10 cloud software supplier framework. Gcloud 9 framework agreement rm1557ix 08052017 page 1 of 34. Secura virtual private cloud awarded supplier status. Learn more about the benefits of united kingdom gcloud v6 on the microsoft cloud.
The g cloud 8 framework is now closed for supplier applications. Jun 15, 2016 gcloud pioneer and small hosting biz memset has slammed the framework as failing in its original vision to punch through archaic government procurement requirements with an online app store. The uk government g cloud programme is changing the way public sector organisations purchase information and communications technology. Gcloud is open to cloud service suppliers of all sizes. Gcloud is the place for suppliers looking to sell their cloud based solutions and services to government. This framework agreement is between the crown commercial service ccs and a g cloud 11 supplier. The secura vpc on the gcloud 9 framework we are very pleased to announce that secura has been selected as a successful supplier on the latest iteration of the gcloud 9 framework. The g cloud 11 framework is now open for supplier applications. Ccs and the supplier are known together as the parties.
The tender of windows azure services to the gcloud iii framework does not constitute a tender of services other than those defined in the windows azure accreditation scope. Pci pal, the secure payments provider to contact centres, has been confirmed as an approved supplier in the cloud software category of the gcloud 11 procurement framework. A series of framework agreements with suppliers, from which public sector. The gcloud framework is an initiative targeted at easing procurement of cloud based information technology by uk publicsector departments by ensuring suppliers have met the standards laid out in the gcloud framework and are compliant with them. G cloud for public sector, central and local government, notforprofit. If suppliers have g cloud services which they can no longer offer to buyers, they can remove them in their supplier account on the digital marketplace. Maximum number of participants to the framework agreement envisaged. Eght, today announced that it has been accepted as a supplier by the crown commercial services. Gcloud for public sector, central and local government, notforprofit.
Gcloud consultancy services cyber security solutions it. More than 4,000 companies were named on the most recent iteration, gcloud 11. It is one of the governments initiatives to make it easier for smes to provide services to the public sector. Gcloud 5 framework for government procurement service.
Gcloud suppliers marketing toolkit gcloud latest medium. Maurizio gambarinidpapress association images g cloud 9 goes live today, with the total number of firms rising by more than 100 from the predecessor iterations. Gcloud comprises a series of framework agreements with cloud services suppliers such as microsoft, and a. Jul 03, 2019 the crown commercial service has announced that the gcloud 11 procurement framework is set to go live on the uk governments digital marketplace with 4,200 suppliers. Suppliers who want to sell cloud computing services to the public sector on the. Cloud computing services covering hosting, software and cloud support on a. Gcloud framework is the place to be, for companies who are thinking about selling their cloudbased solutions to the uk government. A list obtained by shows a net rise in suppliers on the framework, although the government has yet to confirm the exact number of new suppliers and.
It covers the provision of g cloud 11 services by the supplier to ccs and to buyers. Find out more about the framework and how to use the store. Currently in its 11th iteration, with gcloud 12 due to open for supplier applications on 3rd march 2020, gcloud has since its inception in 2012 generated sales of over. Public sector it suppliers blast ccs over rising gcloud. Crown commercial service sets up gcloud 11 with 4,200 suppliers. The gcloud framework catalogue, known as cloudstore, will require frequent procurement refreshes to bring on new suppliers and services. Gcloud 5s cloudstore is the easy way for the uk public sector to buy cloud computing commodity and support services to help further drive adoption of software as a service saas cloudbased unified communications solutions within the public sector, 8x8 solutions, the uk arm of 8x8 inc. Eploy has, once again, been awarded by the crown commercial service ccs as a uk government approved supplier under the latest gcloud digital marketplace framework, gcloud 10. Having been suppliers on both gcloud 5 and gcloud 6, were pleased to confirm that we will now supply the public sector through gcloud 7. The pure technology group has a total commitment to enabling organisations to be cloud ready, as well as offering a full suite of packaged cloud services with wrap.
Nov 25, 2015 the seventh iteration of the framework which forms part of the digital marketplace was launched on monday. Digital marketplace, gcloud, suppliers moving to the gcloud 7 framework the latest iteration of the gcloud framework, gcloud 7 g7, is now open for applications. The g cloud framework allows uk government bodies to purchase cloud services, and is aimed at making public sector cloud service acquisition quicker and more transparent. The government launched gcloud 9 in may this year, with services made available via the digital marketplace. The gcloud framework was launched in 2012 and was held up as an example of how it procurement across the entire public sector should change. G cloud framework is the place to be, for companies who are thinking about selling their cloud based solutions to the uk government.
Gcloud 9 reassures buyers that the technology on offer is aligned to the national cloud security. Government cloud computing also called gcloud is a u. The tender of windows azure services to the g cloud iii framework does not constitute a tender of services other than those defined in the windows azure accreditation scope. Storage made easy file fabric is available on the gcloud 9. The gcloud 8 framework is now closed for supplier applications.
The secura vpc on the g cloud 9 framework we are very pleased to announce that secura has been selected as a successful supplier on the latest iteration of the g cloud 9 framework. The government launched g cloud 9 in may this year, with services made available via the digital marketplace. The g cloud framework is an initiative targeted at easing procurement of cloud based information technology by uk publicsector departments by ensuring suppliers have met the standards laid out in the g cloud framework and are compliant with them. Nov 15, 20 much like gcloud, were aiming for a 6month refresh cycle, iteration two should be open to applications in early 2014. Groupbc selected for gcloud 10 cloud software supplier. The g cloud framework catalogue, known as cloudstore, will require frequent procurement refreshes to bring on new suppliers and services. Storage made easy file fabric is available on the gcloud 9 cloud software supplier framework storage made easy, a uk software company, has been accepted as a crown commercial service ccs supplier on the uk government initiative gcloud 9 from which its enterprise file fabric software can be procured. Pci pal secures a place on the gcloud 11 framework pci pal. We have a proven track record of improving efficiency, through reduced waste and improved accountability across a range of areas, including procurement of information and communication. Addons, including but not limited to additional resources, applications, or services that are i provided by third parties, or ii are. The uk government gcloud is an initiative targeted at easing procurement by publicsector bodies in departments of the united kingdom government of commodity information technology services that use cloud computing. Everything you need to know about the g cloud framework. Green cloud awarded supplier status for the uk governments g cloud framework by green cloud hosting october 30, 2012 cloud computing, microsoft lync green cloud hosting, a leading cloud solutions provider headquartered in manchester, has been awarded the g cloud ii framework agreement by the government procurement service to deliver cloud.
Templates and legal documents to help you buy and supply g cloud services on the digital marketplace. Organisations can use the framework to run mini competitions or a direct award. Gcloud 11 allows uk public sector bodies to choose and buy cloud computing services. Gcloud 10 on the service description page before you download your templates and legal. The seventh iteration of the framework which forms part of the digital marketplace was launched on monday. All applicants will receive an email when their letter is ready to download. Ccs confirms commission charges on g cloud sales are to rise from 0. We expect gcloud 9 to be open for supplier applications in early 2017. Gcloud 11, the latest iteration of the framework, went live in may this year and is made up of 4,000 suppliers, all of whom have demonstrated a commitment to working with government organisations in order to showcase the benefits and cost effectiveness of their software and systems, and also ease the procurement process. Nephos technologies, a leader in data services, has successfully been selected as a preferred supplier on the uk governments gcloud 11 framework.
Signing and returning your gcloud 7 framework agreement. Well be learning from the journey, continuing to engage suppliers and buyers, our users, along the way. A supplier framework for building digital services. Green cloud awarded supplier status for the gcloud framework. Digital future technology crown commercial service.
Read the g cloud suppliers guide to learn how to submit services to the g cloud framework. The crown commercial service supplier framework and g cloud is available to a wide range of organisations. All services within this framework are visible within the online catalogue. Gcloud bae systems is a supplier on the gcloud framework and offers over 70 services ranging from digital transformation to siam. Visit the toms guide for more interesting apps and the latest news for the android. This session was for industry experts and suppliers interested in bidding for the upcoming gcloud 12 framework. This session was for industry experts and suppliers interested in bidding for the upcoming gcloud 12 framework agreement. G cloud is a framework agreement run by the crown commercial service for the uk government.
Gcloud 7 will let us offer an even wider range of services to customers who. G cloud 10 reassures buyers that the technology on offer is aligned to the national cloud security. You can download the declaration questions as a csv in the communication section of your account. To view a list of suppliers per category, click cloud hosting, cloud software. With gcloud the implementation is simpler and requiring less upfront investment. Contract calls are listed on the government contract finder website. Download our gcloud 11 listing best practice guide.
Download suppliers service descriptions and contact details to help you assess services. Uk gcloud digital marketplace is designed to help public sector organisations, who want to save time and costs finding approved. G cloud 9 expected to boost local government takeup credit. The executive agency said that more than 90% of the suppliers, who have been awarded places on the new gcloud agreement, are small and mediumsized enterprises smes. Thousands of small businesses have won the chance to bid to supply cloud computing services to government bodies through a major government procurement framework read more about gcloud 11 goes live with 4,200 suppliers. Jun 17, 2014 g cloud 5s cloudstore is the easy way for the uk public sector to buy cloud computing commodity and support services to help further drive adoption of software as a service saas cloud based unified communications solutions within the public sector, 8x8 solutions, the uk arm of 8x8 inc. Pci pal, the secure payments provider to contact centers, has been confirmed as an approved supplier in the cloud software category of the gcloud 11 procurement framework. Cloud computing services covering hosting, software and cloud support on a commodity based, payasyou go service. Storage made easy file fabric is available on the g cloud 9 cloud software supplier framework storage made easy, a uk software company, has been accepted as a crown commercial service ccs supplier on the uk government initiative g cloud 9 from which its enterprise file fabric software can be procured.
This builds on our years of success and experience in providing specialist solutions for the public sector. Pci pal secures a place on the gcloud 11 framework pci pal usa. Gcloud 11 is the latest iteration of the uk governments digital marketplace framework, which is designed to provide central government, local councils, nhs trusts. G cloud bae systems is a supplier on the g cloud framework and offers over 70 services ranging from digital transformation to siam. The g cloud framework enables public bodies to procure commoditybased, payasyougo cloud services on governmentapproved, shortterm contracts through an online catalogue called the digital marketplace. If suppliers have gcloud services which they can no longer offer to buyers, they can remove them in. The g cloud framework helps the publicsector purchase cloud technology and support that meets the standards required from local authorities and the wider public sector.
Much like gcloud, were aiming for a 6month refresh cycle, iteration two should be open to applications in early 2014. Ahead of gcloud 8 g8 opening for supplier applications next week, a few of our users have asked if. The gcloud framework enables public bodies to procure commoditybased, payasyougo cloud services on governmentapproved, shortterm contracts through an online catalogue called the digital marketplace. The application deadline is 5pm bst, monday 20 july 2020. Eght, today announced that it has been accepted as a supplier by the crown commercial. G cloud 5 framework for government procurement service. The gcloud framework is an agreement between the government and suppliers who provide cloudbased services. The gcloud framework is an initiative targeted at easing procurement of cloudbased information technology by uk publicsector departments by ensuring suppliers have met the standards laid out in the gcloud framework and are compliant with them.
We expect g cloud 9 to be open for supplier applications in early 2017. The initiative focuses on cloud computings capability for economic growth, capitalizing on clouds cost savings and flexibility to create a more efficient, accessible means of. Gcloud pioneer and small hosting biz memset has slammed the framework as failing in its original vision to punch through archaic government procurement requirements with. Gcloud 9 expected to boost local government takeup credit. G cloud 9 reassures buyers that the technology on offer is aligned to the national cloud security. This selection process eliminates the need to go through a full tender process. And if you have any android issues, go and check out the toms guide forums. Once awarded on the framework all suppliers are considered to be equal. Rm1557viii15072016 crown commercial service and supplier name gcloud 8 g8 framework agreement version rm1557viii15072016 page 1 of 31. G cloud 11, the latest iteration of the framework, went live in may this year and is made up of 4,000 suppliers, all of whom have demonstrated a commitment to working with government organisations in order to showcase the benefits and cost effectiveness of their software and systems, and also ease the procurement process. A framework is an agreement between government and suppliers.
Gcloud 7 supplier for specialist cloud services companynet. The crown commercial service has announced that the gcloud 11 procurement framework is set to go live on the uk governments digital marketplace with 4,200 suppliers. The digital marketplace helps organisations sell cloud technology and digital specialist services to the uk government. Commenting on the process, deborah saunby, sales and marketing director at gcloud 7 supplier software europe, said. Find cloud hosting, software and support digital marketplace. With g cloud the implementation is simpler and requiring less upfront investment.
The gcloud framework was created in order to provide a more time and cost effective buying process for public sector bodies to procure cloud solutions. In april 20 the g cloud v call for framework contracts was listed as starting in march 2014. We may extend the agreement up to a maximum of 12 months from when the initial. Gcloud stated it expects to make calls roughly every three to six months, but with no fixed frequency. With a strong focus on how secure the services are and where they store their data, buying cloud services through this framework is faster and cheaper than entering into. Thousands of small businesses have won the chance to bid to supply cloud computing services to government bodies through a major government procurement framework read more about g cloud 11 goes live with 4,200 suppliers.
Gcloud is a framework agreement run by the crown commercial service for the uk government. It has succeeded in giving public sector commissioners more choice, in streamlining the procurement process, and in improving market access for smes. The cloud services framework commenced on 1 august 2019 for an initial two year period with options to extend for a further two periods of one year and is available to all scottish public bodies. The total number of suppliers on the gcloud framework g7 and g8 is 2726 90% smes and the public sector now has access to over 26,000 services. Gcloud 10 reassures buyers that the technology on offer is aligned to the national cloud security. In april 20 the gcloud v call for framework contracts was listed as starting in march 2014. The gcloud 10 framework is designed to ease it procurement for the publicsector in departments of the united kingdom government, aimed specifically at cloud computing solutions. United kingdom governmentcloud gcloud microsoft docs. The crown commercial service supplier framework and gcloud is available to a wide range of organisations. Gcloud 11 framework agreement this framework agreement governs the relationship between the crown commercial service ccs and the supplier. Engage with amazon web services aws on the gcloud 11 framework. Ccs confirms commission charges on gcloud sales are to rise from 0. G cloud stated it expects to make calls roughly every three to six months, but with no fixed frequency.
The letter outlines challenges facing suppliers on the gcloud framework, including the short length of contracts, the transparency of the cloudstore, the definition of cloud services, as well as. Approved gcloud supplier and public sector specialist, celerity is highly experienced working closely with central and local government organisations. Gcloud allowed organisations to purchase services from a. The uk government gcloud programme is changing the way public sector organisations purchase information and communications technology. Gcloud framework agreement application and services uk. The letter outlines challenges facing suppliers on the g cloud framework, including the short length of contracts, the transparency of the cloudstore, the definition of cloud services, as well as. Jul 05, 2018 the g cloud 10 framework is designed to ease it procurement for the publicsector in departments of the united kingdom government, aimed specifically at cloud computing solutions. Suppliers can sell services through framework agreements with the government. Ccs held a supplier engagement event at techuk on 25 march 2020. We would recommend that you download and read the supplier marketing toolkit document to ensure your marketing is compliant with their rules. Groupbc selected for gcloud 9 cloud software supplier framework. The gcloud framework allows uk government bodies to purchase cloud services, and is aimed at making public sector cloud service acquisition quicker and more transparent.
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