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Win Places on Public Sector Frameworks

Public sector frameworks can be confusing, and there are hundreds live at any time. We help suppliers choose the right procurement frameworks and win places on government frameworks, including Crown Commercial Services (CCS) frameworks, NHS frameworks and local authority frameworks. From G-Cloud to Construction Works, we support you to shortlist the best-fit opportunities, shape your submission and submit a compliant application.

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Why Choose Thornton & Lowe?

✔ Specialists in Public Sector Framework Agreements – With 15+ years’ experience, we’ve supported suppliers with submissions to Crown Commercial Service (CCS) frameworks, NHS frameworks, local authority frameworks and wider government procurement frameworks.

✔ End-to-End Framework Consultancy Support – We help you identify the right public sector frameworks, shortlist opportunities, shape your submission, write and review responses, and complete compliance checks before you submit.

✔ Practical Support Across Key Sectors – We work with suppliers in construction, IT, healthcare and professional services, helping you win places on procurement frameworks that match your services and growth plans.

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What We Offer

◆ Public Sector Framework Identification & Shortlisting – We help you focus on the right public sector frameworks and government procurement frameworks for your business, including CCS, NHS and local authority options.

◆ Framework Agreement Application Support – Clear, compliant support for framework applications, shaped around evaluation criteria and what public sector buyers look for.

◆ Bid Writing for Public Sector Frameworks – We write, improve and review your framework responses so they are clear, evidence-led and compliant for Crown Commercial Services frameworks and other procurement frameworks.

◆ Post-Award Framework Consultancy – Support after award to help you make the most of your framework place, respond to call-offs and turn your position into real contract opportunities.

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What Is a Government Framework Agreement?

A government framework agreement is a set route that public sector buyers, such as councils, the NHS and central government, use to buy goods and services from pre-approved suppliers. These procurement frameworks are designed to make buying quicker and compliant, and they create repeat opportunities for suppliers.

Winning a place on a framework does not guarantee work, but it can be the main way to access contract opportunities. Many tenders and call-offs are only open to approved framework suppliers. This includes Crown Commercial Services (CCS) frameworks, NHS Shared Business Services frameworks and local authority frameworks.

If you are unsure where to start, we can help you choose the right public sector frameworks, prepare your framework application and submit a clear, compliant bid.

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Find Live Public Sector Frameworks

We’ll help you shortlist live and upcoming public sector frameworks that fit what you sell, including Crown Commercial Services (CCS) frameworks, NHS frameworks and local authority procurement frameworks. Share your sector and services and we’ll point you to the right government frameworks to apply for.

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Who Benefits from Our Framework Consultancy?

We work with UK-based suppliers that want to grow their public sector income and win more government contracts. That includes SMEs that are new to public sector frameworks and need a clear plan, and larger businesses that want specialist support for complex framework submissions, renewals and ongoing compliance.

SMEs Looking to Win More Public Sector Work
If you are aiming to win more work with councils, the NHS or government buyers, we help you choose the right public sector frameworks, get bid-ready, and submit a compliant application. You’ll get a clear route forward and practical support with the work involved.

Growing Suppliers Entering Frameworks for the First Time
If frameworks feel confusing or time-consuming, we help you shortlist opportunities that match what you sell, avoid wasted bids, and focus on procurement frameworks where you can realistically win a place.

Established Suppliers and Larger Organisations
If you already bid into frameworks, we provide additional capacity and specialist advice. This includes bid strategy, writing and review, compliance checks, improvement planning, and support after submission so you are ready for call-offs and renewals.

Sectors We Commonly Support
We regularly support suppliers in construction and infrastructure, healthcare and social care, IT and digital, and professional services. If your goal is to win places on CCS, NHS or local authority frameworks, we can help you focus on the right opportunities and improve your chances of success.

Prefer to talk it through?

Book a call with a framework consultant. We’ll confirm the right public sector frameworks and the best next steps.

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How Our Consultancy Service Works

  1. Initial Consultation – We’ll confirm your goals, the frameworks you are targeting, key deadlines, and what support you need.

  2. Framework Plan & Shortlist – We help you shortlist the right public sector frameworks, including CCS, NHS and local authority options, and agree a clear plan for the application.

  3. Application Writing & Review – We write, edit and review your responses so they are clear, evidence-led and aligned to the framework evaluation criteria.

  4. Compliance Check & Submission – We complete final compliance checks and make sure your framework application is complete and ready to submit.

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      CCS Procurement Support & Crown Commercial Service Frameworks

      Crown Commercial Service (CCS) frameworks are a key route into public sector work. We help suppliers shortlist the right CCS procurement frameworks, prepare a compliant submission, and improve scoring against the evaluation criteria. Common CCS Frameworks we support:

      Technology and Digital
      G-Cloud
      Digital Outcomes and Specialists (DOS)
      Technology Services
      Network Services
      TePAS
      Back Office Software
      Digital Projects and Programmes

      People and Professional Services
      Executive and Non-Executive Recruitment
      Legal Services
      Audit and Assurance Services
      Learning and Development
      Debt Resolution Services

      Property, Infrastructure and Specialist Services
      Construction Works
      Construction Professional Services
      Facilities Management and Security Services
      Estate Management Services
      Transport Technology
      Courier and Logistics Services
      Media and Creative Services

      If you’re preparing a CCS framework application, we can help you submit a clear, compliant bid.

      NHS Procurement Frameworks

      Key NHS Frameworks We Support

      We help suppliers win places on NHS procurement frameworks, including NHS Shared Business Services (SBS), NHS Workforce Alliance and regional procurement hubs.

      Workforce and Professional Services
      Legal services for health
      Interpretation and translation services
      Apprenticeship training services

      Clinical and Medical Services
      Clinical managed services
      Orthotics and prosthetics
      Medical gases (cylinders and bulk)
      Insourced clinical services

      Estates and Infrastructure
      Building safety and fire compliance
      Hard FM (facilities management)
      Modular buildings
      Decarbonisation of estates

      If you’re preparing an NHS framework submission, we can help you submit a clear, compliant bid.

      Free Framework Monitoring

      Not sure which public sector frameworks to go for? Our free framework monitoring helps you track relevant CCS, NHS and local authority frameworks, so you can plan ahead and prepare for upcoming opportunities.

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