The Public Sector Procurement Framework Directory

Framework agreements have become central to public sector buying - now used in 26% of all procurements.

For buyers, they streamline the process by providing pre-vetted suppliers. For suppliers, they open doors: the most successful firms use frameworks far more than the wider market. In fact, 56% of Strategic Supplier contracts are now awarded via framework agreements or DPSs.

With over 4,000 live frameworks across the UK, working out which frameworks your target accounts actually use can be stressful, inefficient, and time-consuming. This free directory is designed to be your starting point, helping you simplify your search. 

Want to go deeper? Book a chat with the Tussell team to learn how Tussell's effortless framework insights can unlock your market.

Skip ahead to read about:

• How to choose the right procurement frameworks
• The Public Sector Framework Directory
  • FM, security and waste
  • Technology
  • Recruitment
  • Engineering & construction
  • Consultancy
• Conclusion

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🤔  How do I choose the right procurement frameworks?

Tussell’s market intelligence platform is the industry standard for discovering and analysing public sector frameworks.

Trusted by Crown Commercial Services (CCS), our intelligence helps suppliers and buyers quickly identify relevant, compliant agreements - and understand which frameworks are actually being used by specific buyers & suppliers and in different service lines.

For suppliers, the “right” frameworks are those that genuinely apply to your niche and are actively used by your target accounts. It’s also valuable to monitor which frameworks your competitors are winning work through, and to track expiring and upcoming agreements so you can build a focused pipeline of frameworks worth applying for.

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🔎 The Public Sector Procurement Framework Directory

This Public Sector Procurement Framework Directory highlights 60 of the most active frameworks across a wide range of sectors, from lift maintenance to cybersecurity.

Use it to see how many frameworks are actually being used to award work in your key service lines, and kick-start your search by identifying three high-impact frameworks that the public sector is already using to buy services in your niche.

Learn how frameworks dominate the UK public sector market.
Download Tussell's free 2026 Public Sector Frameworks Report

🏘️  Which facilities management frameworks should my firm be on? 

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Total FM frameworks

In FY24/25, 278 frameworks were used to call off FM contracts, including:

Waste treatment & management frameworks

Property repair & maintenance frameworks

Electrical testing & repair frameworks

Lift instalation and maintenance frameworks

🖥️  Which tech frameworks should my firm be on? 

There are over 400 live technology frameworks on the market, and the right ones for you will depend on factors such as your niche, region, target buyers, company size and service offering. Use this list as a starting point for your search.

Want to save time and find the frameworks your target accounts are actually using? Book a chat with the Tussell team to learn how our market intelligence platform could help you.

Digital transformation frameworks

In FY24/25, 82 frameworks were used to call off Digital Transformation contracts, including:

🌅 Conclusion

The public sector offers vast opportunities - but if you're not on the right framework agreements, you're being locked out of opportunities you might not even know about.

With Tussell’s market intelligence platform, you can uncover which frameworks your key accounts are using in a matter of seconds.

Trusted by suppliers of all sizes - from new entrants to Strategic Suppliers - Tussell helps you discover key frameworks, find opportunities early, build stronger pipelines, and price to win.

Talk to our sales team to discover how Tussell can help your business grow in the public sector.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about public sector procurement frameworks

What is a public sector procurement framework?

A public sector procurement framework is an agreement that lets public sector buyers purchase goods or services from a pre-approved list of suppliers. Frameworks are used to make procurement faster and more compliant, because the suppliers, commercial terms and buying routes have already been assessed.

For suppliers, frameworks can be a major route into public sector work. However, being on a framework does not guarantee contract wins. Buyers still need to use that framework, and suppliers still need to be visible, competitive and relevant to the organisations buying through it.

How do I find public sector procurement frameworks?

You can find public sector procurement frameworks by searching procurement portals, framework provider websites and market intelligence platforms. Major UK framework providers include Crown Commercial Service, ESPO, YPO, NHS Shared Business Services, NHS London Procurement Partnership, Scotland Excel and many regional or sector-specific buying organisations.

The challenge is not simply finding frameworks. There are more than 4,000 live frameworks across the UK public sector, so suppliers need to identify which frameworks are actually being used by their target buyers, competitors and service lines. Tussell helps suppliers analyse framework usage, call-off activity and buyer behaviour so they can focus on the agreements most likely to generate relevant opportunities.

Which public sector framework should my business be on?

The right public sector framework depends on your sector, service offering, region, target buyers, company size and competitive position. A framework may look relevant on paper but still be a poor priority if your target accounts rarely use it or if call-off activity is low.

A better way to choose frameworks is to assess:

• Which frameworks your target buyers already use;

• Which frameworks your competitors are winning work through;

• How much call-off value is flowing through each agreement;

• Whether the framework covers your niche;

• When the framework expires or reopens for supplier applications.

Tussell’s framework intelligence helps suppliers move beyond broad framework lists and identify the agreements that are most relevant to their public sector growth strategy.

Are public sector frameworks the same as tenders?

No. A tender is usually a specific opportunity to bid for a contract. A framework is a pre-arranged buying route that public sector organisations can use to award contracts to approved suppliers.

Once a framework is in place, buyers can award work through call-off contracts, further competitions or direct awards, depending on the rules of the framework. This means some public sector opportunities may only be accessible to suppliers already listed on the relevant framework.

Why do public sector buyers use frameworks?

Public sector buyers use frameworks because they can reduce procurement time, simplify compliance and give access to pre-vetted suppliers. Instead of running a full open procurement process from scratch, a buyer can use an existing framework that already covers the relevant goods or services.

Frameworks are now central to public sector procurement. Tussell's 2026 Frameworks Report found that frameworks account for over 75% of contract award value in some sectors. Many high-performing suppliers rely on them as a core route to market.

How can suppliers win more work through public sector frameworks?

Suppliers can win more work through public sector frameworks by choosing the right agreements, monitoring buyer activity and building targeted relationships before opportunities are competed. Simply joining a framework is not enough.

A strong framework strategy should include:

• Identifying which frameworks are most used in your market;

• Tracking which buyers are calling off contracts through those frameworks;

• Monitoring competitor wins;

• Spotting expiring contracts that may be re-procured through a framework;

• Preparing for upcoming framework renewals or replacements.

Market intelligence platforms such as Tussell help suppliers understand where framework activity is happening, which buyers are active, and where the strongest public sector sales opportunities are likely to emerge.