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PSSS: How to Get Listed
Public Sector Software Solutions (PSSS, RM6396) is shaping up to be the primary route to market for software procurement across the UK public sector, worth up to £12 billion.
- Tuesday 20 October 2026
- 10:00 to 10:45 BST
- Online, free, recording available afterwards
- What PSSS is, and which existing frameworks it replaces
- How the six proposed lots are structured, and where your product fits
- The certifications PSSS is expected to require, and how to check where you already stand
- What GCA has said so far, and what's still unconfirmed
- Practical steps to prepare now, ahead of the ITT
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What you will learn
What the session covered
Where PSSS stands right now
PSSS (RM6396) is being developed by GCA to become the primary route to market for software procurement across the UK public sector, worth up to £12 billion. We'll cover what's confirmed so far, what's still unconfirmed, and what GCA has said at recent market engagement sessions.
What the certifications require
PSSS is expected to carry certification requirements including Cyber Essentials, ISO 9001, and ISO/IEC 27001, among others. We'll cover what each one involves, how long they take to get in place, and how to check whether you already qualify.
How to build a competitive application
A strong PSSS application takes more than meeting the minimum requirements. We'll cover what separates a strong submission from a weak one, and where suppliers most commonly lose marks.
Why timing matters more for PSSS
PSSS isn't planned to be operating as an open framework the way many others are right now under PA2023. We'll cover what we know about the application window, why certification and documentation take longer than people expect, and why waiting for the ITT to drop is already later than it looks.
Your hosts
Meet the speakers
Chris Farthing
CEO and Founder, Advice Cloud
Chris started Advice Cloud in 2013 after working as a public and private sector procurement executive, and realising that the suppliers who needed frameworks most were often the ones least equipped to navigate them. His driving purpose hasn't changed since day one: removing the barriers that stop good technology businesses from selling to the public sector.
Christina Smart
Campaign and Content Manager, Advice Cloud
With a background in psychology, Christina leads the campaigns and content strategy that helps tech suppliers understand and navigate the public sector procurement landscape. She translates complex framework processes into clear, useful content. On the day, she'll be keeping things moving and making sure your questions get answered.
Session agenda
How the time is spent
Need advice on your own situation? The Q&A covers common questions, so for anything specific book a meeting to discuss getting listed.
10:00
Welcome and introductions
A quick welcome, a short poll to see who's in the room, and what we'll cover today.
10:05
What we know about PSSS so far
Chris covers GCA's market engagement activity to date, what PSSS replaces, the proposed lot structure, and what's confirmed and what isn't before the ITT lands.
10:11
Certifications and assessment
The certifications GCA is expected to require, how it plans to assess suppliers, and how to check where you already stand.
10:19
Getting application-ready
What to have ready before the tender opens, a practical prep list, and a short look at how Advice Cloud's framework listing support can help.
10:30
Live Q&A
Your PSSS questions answered by Chris. Bring your specific challenges and get practical advice you can act on before the ITT opens.
10:42
Wrap up and next steps
Key takeaways and how Advice Cloud can support your PSSS application.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is this webinar for?
Software suppliers selling, or planning to sell, into the UK public sector. Whether you're already on one of PSSS's predecessor frameworks, another unrelated route to market, or new to public sector procurement entirely, this session will give you a clear picture of what's involved.
Will there be a recording?
Yes. All registrants will receive the recording after the session, whether you attend live or not. We'd recommend joining live if you can, as the Q&A is your chance to put your specific PSSS questions directly to our team. If you can't be there, you can ask your question before the webinar using the comment box in the registration form above.
How long is the session?
45 minutes: 10:00am-10:45am BST on Tuesday 20th October.
Is it free?
Completely free, no obligation. We run these sessions because we believe better-informed suppliers lead to better outcomes for the public sector.