G-Cloud 4 Now Open
Today we can confirm the launch and timetable of the next procurement round for applications to join G-Cloud, which is called G-Cloud 4 (G4).
What’s new in G-Cloud 4?
Building on the feedback we’ve received from suppliers during the G-Cloud iii (Giii) procurement, we’ve made some improvements to the Invitation to Tender process (ITT) process, in summary:
- Clearer instructions on how to apply for suppliers new to G-Cloud
- Clearer instructions on how to carry forward services for suppliers already on G-Cloud ii (Gii) or Giii
- The use of two systems for tender submissions:
- Government Procurement Service (GPS) eSourcing suite for responses to mandatory questions to meet procurement regulations
- Government Digital Service (GDS) Service Submission Portal to make it easier for suppliers by ensuring documentation is a mandatory upload so there is no possibility of suppliers failing compliance for non-submission of documents. This will make the process of uploading documents to the CloudStore simple.
- Pre-population of company details and service information in the Service Submission Portal for current G-Cloud suppliers.
How to apply
As with previous procurement rounds, G4 will be conducted in open and fair competition in line with EU procurement regulations, open to all suppliers. Applications are open now and the next step will depend on whether you’ve already registered with GPS.