READING, England — April 22, 2024 — Black Box®, a global leader in delivering innovative communication and technology solutions, has been named a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s (CCS) Network Services 3 (NS3) Framework (RM6116). The NS3 Framework is designed to enable U.K. public sector organizations to access network solutions, communication services, connectivity to cloud-based data and applications, audio and video conferencing, radio and satellite networking, and emerging technologies such as IoT and Smart Cities.
“As a trusted and accredited supplier on the CCS NS3 Framework, Black Box is better positioned than ever to provide comprehensive solutions and services in communications, collaboration, networking and security technology,” said Neil Barton, Black Box business development manager, U.K. and Ireland. “With expertise across these areas, we bring proven solutions and sound IT strategy to customers across national and local government, education from primary through university, as well as healthcare, manufacturing and retail.”
Black Box delivers state-of-the-art technology and managed IT services that keep operations running smoothly, drive innovation and give organizations the freedom to concentrate on meeting crucial business objectives. In addition to providing LAN/WAN connectivity, unified communications and SMS/Wi-Fi emergency messaging technologies, Black Box offers strategic consulting and a comprehensive IT services portfolio that enables customers to streamline technology management and maintenance.
“At Black Box, we are committed to supplying exceptional IT services to public sector projects and organizations across the U.K.,” said Tony Lewis, Black Box operations manager for Northern Ireland. “Our status as a supplier on the NS3 Framework reflects our dedication to quality, our understanding of customers’ requirements and our investment in delivering services that help them and their local communities thrive. Eliminating barriers to procurement, this listing helps us work more efficiently and cost-effectively with our public sector customers to design, implement and manage transformational technology solutions.”
To achieve accreditation on the CCS NS3 Framework, Black Box undertook a rigorous, multi-stage procurement process. This comprehensive evaluation assessed business practices, competencies and offerings across selected service lots. Upon tender release, Black Box’s submissions, characterized by a strong track record and meticulous detail, met the stringent criteria, earning Black Box official supplier status for the CCS NS3 Framework.
CCS plays a vital role in ensuring the U.K.’s public sector achieves exceptional commercial value in its procurement activities. In 2019/20, CCS helped the public sector to achieve commercial benefits worth over £1 billion, supporting world-class public services that offer the best value for taxpayers.
More information about Black Box and its public sector expertise is available at www.blackbox.com and www.blackbox.com/ns3.
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About Black Box
Black Box® is a trusted IT solutions provider delivering cutting-edge technology solutions and world-class consulting services to businesses across the globe. The breadth of our global reach, continuous innovation and depth of our expertise accelerate customer success by bringing people, ideas and technology together to solve real-world business problems. Our IT infrastructure solutions, services and products enable secure, flawless connectivity and meaningful collaboration for businesses in every major market across six continents.
To learn more, visit the Black Box website at www.blackbox.com. Follow the company on X, formerly known as Twitter @BlackBox_ns. Black Box® and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of BB Technologies, LLC.
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