Digital Outcomes and Specialists Framework
Win your place on the DOS framework and access £3bn+ in government digital transformation spend. Expert support for digital agencies, consultancies, and specialist suppliers.
What is the DOS Framework?
Digital Outcomes and Specialists (DOS) is a Crown Commercial Service framework enabling public sector organisations to procure bespoke digital services. Unlike G-Cloud which focuses on cloud products with fixed pricing, DOS covers custom digital work including complete solutions (outcomes), individual specialists, and user research services.
The framework operates through the Digital Marketplace where buyers post specific requirements. Approved suppliers can then respond to opportunities that match their capabilities. This dynamic approach means new work is posted daily, creating continuous opportunities for framework suppliers.
DOS is essential for digital agencies, technology consultancies, and specialist suppliers targeting government digital transformation. Major buyers include central government departments, NHS Digital, local authorities, and police forces investing heavily in digital services.
Why Join DOS?
Framework membership unlocks access to the UK government's digital transformation agenda.
£3bn+ Annual Spend
Access significant government digital transformation budgets
Agile Procurement
Requirements posted daily, responses in days not months
Pre-Qualified
Framework membership demonstrates GDS compliance
Major Buyers
Cabinet Office, HMRC, DWP, NHS Digital, MOJ and more
DOS Service Categories
DOS covers three lots. We help you position your services for maximum opportunity visibility.
Digital Outcomes
Complete digital products, services, or solutions
- Website development
- Digital transformation
- Data analytics platforms
- Mobile applications
- API development
Example requirements: Build a new service, migrate a legacy system, create a data platform
Digital Specialists
Individual specialists for digital, data, and technology roles
- Developers & engineers
- Delivery managers
- User researchers
- Content designers
- Technical architects
Example requirements: Provide a senior developer for 6 months, supply a delivery team
User Research
User research services including participants
- Usability testing
- Discovery research
- Accessibility audits
- User interviews
- Research analysis
Example requirements: Conduct discovery research, run usability testing sessions
Major DOS Buyers
DOS gives you access to the UK's largest digital transformation budgets.
G-Cloud vs DOS: Which Do You Need?
G-Cloud
- Cloud hosting, software, and support
- Fixed pricing per service listing
- Buyers search and select directly
- Best for product-based offerings
DOS
- Bespoke digital outcomes and specialists
- Pricing per requirement/bid
- Buyers post requirements, suppliers bid
- Best for service-based offerings
Many suppliers benefit from being on both frameworks. Contact us to discuss your optimal framework strategy.
DOS Framework FAQs
What is the DOS framework?
Digital Outcomes and Specialists (DOS) is a Crown Commercial Service framework for procuring bespoke digital services including complete digital solutions (outcomes), individual specialists, and user research. It operates through the Digital Marketplace.
How do I get on the DOS framework?
Apply during open windows via the Digital Marketplace. Complete supplier declarations and submit service descriptions for each lot you want to supply. Glaxtons provides expert DOS application support with a 91% success rate.
What is the difference between G-Cloud and DOS?
G-Cloud covers cloud products (hosting, software, support) with fixed pricing. DOS covers bespoke digital services (outcomes, specialists, user research) priced per requirement. Many digital suppliers benefit from being on both frameworks.
How do DOS requirements work?
Buyers post specific requirements on the Digital Marketplace. Approved suppliers receive notifications for relevant opportunities and submit proposals. Buyers evaluate responses and award based on quality and value.
Trusted by Digital Suppliers
Helping agencies and consultancies win places on DOS and other government frameworks
Sellafield Ltd
National Highways
Leeds City Council
Network Rail
UK Power Networks
Transport for London
Pagabo
National Grid
AWE
Magnox
Crown Commercial Service
Thames Water
EDF (Hinkley Point C)
Ministry of Defence
Ministry of JusticeReady to Join DOS?
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