The UK Public Sector: A Landscape of Strategic Opportunity

Each year, the UK public sector spends tens of billions through established, high-value procurement frameworks. These frameworks are the primary routes to market across central government, local authorities, the NHS, education, emergency services, and wider public bodies.

From digital transformation to facilities management, from healthcare to construction, these agreements cover the full range of public-sector demand. For suppliers, they aren’t just contracts, they’re gateways to long-term, multi-million-pound pipelines and recurring opportunities.

At Tender Response, we help SMEs unlock those opportunities.

We specialise in guiding small and growing businesses through the complex process of securing places on these frameworks, and turning them into sustainable public sector growth.

Our support includes:

  • Bid readiness and compliance checks, to ensure you meet every requirement from day one
  • Full tender writing and submission management, so you can focus on delivery while we handle the detail
  • Framework strategy and lot selection guidance, helping you target the right opportunities, not just any opportunity
  • Evidence development, including case studies, method statements and policies that align with public sector expectations
  • Clarification support and submission QA, for confident, complete, and compliant final bids
  • Whether you’re targeting national frameworks like CCS, NHS SBS, and G-Cloud, or regional consortia like YPO, NEPO,
  • Framework21 or Fusion21, we bring the insight, structure and capacity to help you succeed.

These frameworks shape the future of public sector delivery, and we’re here to help you take your place in that future.

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Name/Description Code
G-Cloud 15 RM1557.15 Learn more
Open framework for cloud hosting, software and support services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, cloud support). (Crown Commercial Service)
https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM1557.15
Upcoming/open-framework iteration. Tenders close: TBC; expected award: 17/09/2026. (Crown Commercial Service)
Technology Services 4 RM6190 Learn more
Open framework for technology & digital consultancy, SIAM, end-user services, infrastructure, applications, data and transformation services. (Crown Commercial Service)
https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6190
Procurement in progress; tender close date published on FTS (current notice shows open competition in 2025). (Find a Tender)
Digital Outcomes and Specialists 7 RM1043.9 Learn more
Framework to buy digital, data and technology services/outcomes and specialist digital teams in line with gov’t service standards. (Crown Commercial Service)
https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM1043.9
Procurement in progress; FTS notice RM1043.9 shows tender active in 2025 (closing date on FTS PDF). (Find a Tender)
Facilities Management & Workplace Services RM6232 Learn more
National FM framework covering cleaning, waste, maintenance, landscaping and other FM services. (Crown Commercial Service)
https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6232
Live framework; complemented by a DPS for lower-value/call-off FM services. (Find a Tender)
Facilities Management & Security Services (Open framework) RM6378 Learn more
New open framework replacing RM6232 and RM6257, combining FM and security services. (Crown Commercial Service)
https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6378
Listed under “Procurements in progress”; tenders close: TBC on CCS Upcoming. (Crown Commercial Service)
Construction Works & Associated Services RM6088 Learn more
National works framework for a full range of construction projects (new build, refurb, infrastructure). (Crown Commercial Service)
https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6088
Live; successor RM6320 (Construction Works & Associated Services 3 incl. ProCure24) listed as planned with TBC dates. (Crown Commercial Service)
Construction Works & Associated Services 3 (incl. ProCure24) RM6320 Learn more
Planned major re-procurement of the CCS construction works framework, including ProCure24 provision for health.
https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6320
Planned; tenders open: TBC, expected live: TBC. (Crown Commercial Service)
Employee Benefits and Related Services RM6400 Learn more
Open framework for employee benefits, occupational health, EAP and eyecare for public-sector staff. (Crown Commercial Service)
https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6400
“Future pipeline” on CCS; tenders open: TBC. (Crown Commercial Service)
Payment Solutions 3 RM6383 Learn more
Open framework for purchasing/business charge cards, virtual cards, prepaid cards and voucher solutions. (Crown Commercial Service)
https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6383
Planned procurement; tenders open: TBC. (Crown Commercial Service)
Tactical Communication Systems RM6393 Learn more
Open framework for specialised tactical communications and information systems, including defence users. (Crown Commercial Service)
https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6393
Future pipeline; tenders open: TBC. (Crown Commercial Service)
Technology Products & Associated Services 3 RM6398 Learn more
Successor to TP2, covering end-user hardware, infrastructure and associated services. (Crown Commercial Service)
https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6398
Future pipeline; tenders open: TBC. (Crown Commercial Service)
The Marketplace RM6369 Learn more
Flexible framework for “miscellaneous” and non-strategic products and services, acting as a generalist route to market. (Crown Commercial Service)
https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6369
Planned; Tenders open 28/11/2025, expected live 31/10/2026. (Crown Commercial Service)
Vehicle Hire Solutions RM6381 Learn more
Framework for hire of vehicles for public-sector users (short- and long-term). (Crown Commercial Service)
https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6381
Planned; tenders open 19/08/2026, expected live 19/03/2027. (Crown Commercial Service)
Vehicle Lease, Fleet Management and Salary Sacrifice RM6392 Learn more
Framework for vehicle leasing, fleet services and salary-sacrifice car schemes. (Crown Commercial Service)
https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6392
Planned; tenders open / award dates TBC on CCS pipeline. (Crown Commercial Service)
Network Services 4 RM6377 Learn more
Planned replacement for Network Services 3, covering voice, data, WAN, contact-centre etc. (Crown Commercial Service)
https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6377
Future pipeline; tenders open: TBC. (Crown Commercial Service)
Digital Specialists and Programmes RM6263 Learn more
Framework for digital specialists and programme teams; being replaced by RM1043.9 but still live until 2025. (Crown Commercial Service)
https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6263
Extended to 7 March 2025 while DOS7 is developed. (Crown Commercial Service)
Adult Skills and Learning DPS RM6348 Learn more
Dynamic Purchasing System for adult education and skills provision.
https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6348
DPS open to new suppliers until 27/10/2028. (Crown Commercial Service)
Apprenticeship Training Dynamic Marketplace RM6102 Learn more
DPS/open market for apprenticeship training provision.
https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6102
DPS open; currently runs to 27/10/2028. (Crown Commercial Service)
Building Supplies 12 Learn more
General building materials and related products.
https://www.espo.org
Live framework; renewal date in ESPO internal schedule (not on public page).
Cleaning Materials and Janitorial Supplies 777 Learn more
Cleaning chemicals, paper products, janitorial hardware and associated products.
https://www.espo.org
Live framework; check ESPO site for expiry/re-procurement.
Fire Safety Products and Services 225 (YPOS82) Learn more
Fire detection, alarm equipment and related services.
https://www.espo.org
Live; see ESPO “Managing Buildings” frameworks.
Total Facilities Management 676 Learn more
Integrated TFM services for estates (cleaning, maintenance, security etc.).
https://www.espo.org
Live framework; expiry shown in ESPO documentation.
Washroom Services 239 Learn more
Feminine hygiene, washroom and related services.
https://www.espo.org
Marked as “NEW” in the 2021 guide; live.
Technology Products & Associated Services (TePAS) RM6068 Learn more
Hardware, software and associated tech services (ESPO acts as access route; CCS RM6068).
https://www.espo.org
Live; see CCS RM6068 for closure.
Technology Products 2 RM3733 Learn more
Client-device, server, storage and network hardware; ESPO access to CCS RM3733.
https://www.espo.org
Live; see CCS RM3733 for dates.
Telecommunications Equipment 393i Learn more
Telecoms equipment provision.
https://www.espo.org
Live; renewal date in ESPO schedule.
Renewable Energy Solutions 2838 Learn more
Renewable energy supplies and related services (e.g. PPAs, on-site generation).
https://www.espo.org
Live; check ESPO contract register for end date.
Renewable Biomass and Related Services DPS 1080 (DPS) Learn more
DPS for bulk biomass fuel supply (chips, pellets) and related services. (YPO)
https://www.ypo.co.uk/frameworks-home/all-frameworks
DPS – open to supplier applications during its life (end date in YPO register).
Postal Services and Franking Machines RM6280 Learn more
Framework for postal services, mail solutions and franking equipment (YPO route to CCS RM6280). (YPO)
https://www.ypo.co.uk/frameworks-home/all-frameworks
Live; closure aligned to CCS RM6280 dates.
Winter Maintenance Products and Services 1088 Learn more
Rock salt, de-icing products and related winter services for highways and estates.
https://www.ypo.co.uk/frameworks-home
Live; expiry shown in YPO contract register.
Decorative Paints and Sundries 1081 Learn more
Supply of decorative paints, coatings and accessories.
https://www.ypo.co.uk/frameworks-home
Live; see contract register.
Engineering Inspection Services including Insurance 1014 Learn more
Statutory engineering inspections and associated insurance-backed services.
https://www.ypo.co.uk/frameworks-home
Live; closure in YPO schedule.
Electric Vehicle Charging Solutions (YPO EV Charging Solutions) Learn more
Design, supply, installation and maintenance of EV charging infrastructure.
https://www.ypo.co.uk/frameworks-home/energy
Live YPO framework; dates in the register. (YPO)
Building Safety & Compliance (no public numeric code) Learn more
Framework for fire safety, gas, electrical, legionella and wider compliance services.
https://www.fusion21.co.uk/framework-index
Live; specific lots and end dates in Fusion21 documentation. (Fusion21)
Cleaning & Washroom Services Learn more
Cleaning, hygiene and washroom products/services across estates.
https://www.fusion21.co.uk/framework-index
Live. (Fusion21)
Construction Consultancy Services Framework (CCSF) CCSF Learn more
Multi-lot consultancy framework (programme/project management, surveying, BIM, multidisciplinary, etc.) covering housing, education, health, blue-light and gov’t. (Fusion21)
https://www.fusion21.co.uk/frameworks-consultants
Latest iteration awarded 2025; framework end date in Fusion21 docs.
Decarbonisation Learn more
Works & services framework for retrofit and decarbonisation projects, including energy efficiency and net-zero estates.
https://www.fusion21.co.uk/framework-index
Live. (Fusion21)
Grounds Maintenance Learn more
Framework covering grounds maintenance and related environmental services.
https://www.fusion21.co.uk/framework-index
Live. (Fusion21)
Refurbishment, Construction, New Build & Modular Buildings Learn more
Framework for refurbishment, modular buildings and new-build projects in social housing, education and health.
https://www.fusion21.co.uk
Live; dates in Fusion21 contract summary. (Fusion21)
Civil Engineering and Infrastructure Works NEPO211 Learn more
Framework for a wide range of civil engineering and infrastructure works for North-East authorities and wider users. (NEPO)
https://www.nepo.org/solutions/construction/civil-engineering-infrastructure-works
Active framework; term and extensions in NEPO docs.
Traffic Management Services NEPO225 Learn more
Framework for traffic management provision (signing, guarding, road closures etc.). (NEPO)
https://www.nepo.org/solutions/construction
Active; see NEPO225 details.
Retrofit and Decarbonisation Works (NEPO Retrofit & Decarb) Learn more
Retrofit & decarbonisation framework delivering energy-efficiency works under JCT/NEC contracts. (NEPO)
https://www.nepo.org/solutions/construction
Active; end date in NEPO info.
NEPRO³ Framework NEPRO³ Learn more
Managed professional-services framework used by 370+ public-sector organisations. (nepro.org.uk)
https://nepro.org.uk/nepro-3-framework
Active; NEPRO3 term published on NEPRO site.
NHS SBS – Health Framework Agreements (portfolio) Multiple Learn more
Large portfolio of clinical, AI, mental-health, acute-care and other health frameworks used by NHS & public sector. (NHS SBS)
https://www.sbs.nhs.uk/services/framework-agreements
Each framework has its own start/end date in the SBS portal.
NHS SBS – Construction & Estates Frameworks Multiple Learn more
Frameworks for estates design, build, maintenance and decarbonisation for NHS and wider public sector. (NHS SBS)
https://www.sbs.nhs.uk/services/framework-agreements-categories/construction-and-estates
Individual closure dates per framework.
NHS London Procurement Partnership – Clinical Digital Solutions (LPP CDS) Learn more
Framework for clinical digital solutions (EPR, clinical software, etc.). (lpp.nhs.uk)
https://www.lpp.nhs.uk/frameworks
Live; contract term published in LPP docs/FTS notice.
NHS LPP – Workforce / Agency Staff Frameworks Multiple Learn more
LPP frameworks for agency staff across staff groups, approved under NHS England agency rules. (lpp.nhs.uk)
https://www.lpp.nhs.uk/frameworks
Individual closure dates per framework.
NHS England – Approved Agency Staff Frameworks Various Learn more
List of approved frameworks for all staff groups (e.g. CPP, CCS, NHS SBS, LPP, HealthTrust Europe). (NHS England)
https://www.england.nhs.uk/reducing-expenditure-on-nhs-agency-staff-rules-and-price-caps/agency-rules-list-of-approved-framework-agreements-for-all-staff/
List is updated periodically; each framework has its own end date.
Legal Services PA23 PA23 Learn more
Multi-provider legal services framework for education and not-for-profit members of LUPC, HEPCW, NEUPC, NWUPC and SUPC. (Find a Tender)
https://www.lupc.ac.uk/frameworks/frameworks
Contract dates on FTS: 19/08/2025–19/08/2028 (plus possible extension to 2030). (Find a Tender)
PPE, Workwear & Sportswear Framework (PPE, Workwear & Sportswear) Learn more
LUPC framework providing PPE, workwear and sportswear to members. (lupc.ac.uk)
https://www.lupc.ac.uk
Recently launched (Nov 2025); term details in LUPC framework docs.

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