UK public sector IT procurement: CCS frameworks (G-Cloud, DOS), Digital Marketplace, off‑framework contracting (Model Services/Mid‑Tier/Short Form), and forthcoming reforms under the Procurement Act 2023
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Public procurement—general principles
UK public bodies’ purchase of goods, services or works is governed by EU‑derived regulations, notably:
- Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR 2015) for central and local government and public bodies
- Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016 for utility operators
- Concession Contracts Regulations 2016 where suppliers are paid by exploiting the works or services
Framework agreements under PCR 2015 provide an efficient, flexible route to buy common or off‑the‑shelf needs and, save exceptionally, are limited to four years.
The Crown Commercial Service (CCS)—an executive agency of the Cabinet Office—aligns policy, advice and direct buying, using collective purchasing to deliver value. Its compliant frameworks include G‑Cloud 13 (cloud hosting, software and support; now extended to 8 November 2024). CCS reported £3.8bn in benefits for 2022/23.
Where needs are highly bespoke or ill‑suited to CCS frameworks, authorities may run their own procurement, typically using Cabinet Office/Government Legal Department templates: Model Services Contract (v2.1, 2023), Mid‑Tier Contract (v1.2) or Short Form Contract (v1.4).
The Procurement Act 2023 has Royal Assent; secondary legislation and guidance will finalise the regime. At least six months’ notice will precede go‑live, and current rules apply until transition...
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