Government contracts by sector
The UK public sector buys from SMEs across every industry. Find out where the opportunities are in your sector and how KimonBids can help you win them.
IT and Digital Services
From digital transformation programmes to managed services, cybersecurity, and cloud infrastructure. Central government and NHS are the largest buyers of IT services in the UK.
Common contract types
- ✓Software development and maintenance
- ✓Cloud and hosting services
- ✓Cybersecurity and penetration testing
- ✓IT support and managed services
- ✓Data and analytics platforms
- ✓Digital consultancy
Key frameworks
- ›G-Cloud
- ›Digital Outcomes and Specialists (DOS)
- ›Crown Commercial Service IT agreements
Construction and Built Environment
Public sector construction covers everything from school refurbishments to transport infrastructure. Local authorities are the most frequent buyers, alongside central government capital programmes.
Common contract types
- ✓New build construction
- ✓Refurbishment and fit-out
- ✓Planned and reactive maintenance
- ✓Civil engineering and infrastructure
- ✓Architectural and surveying services
- ✓Facilities management
Key frameworks
- ›Procure 22
- ›NHS Shared Business Services frameworks
- ›Crown Commercial Service construction agreements
Healthcare and Social Care
NHS trusts, integrated care systems, and local authority social care teams commission a vast range of services from SMEs. Many healthcare frameworks actively encourage SME participation.
Common contract types
- ✓Clinical and therapeutic services
- ✓Social care and support services
- ✓Health tech and medical devices
- ✓Training and workforce development
- ✓Facilities and estates management
- ✓Catering and domestic services
Key frameworks
- ›NHS Shared Business Services
- ›NHS Supply Chain
- ›Crown Commercial Service healthcare frameworks
Professional Services
Management consultancy, legal, financial, HR, and training services are in constant demand across the public sector. Buyers range from government departments to arm's length bodies.
Common contract types
- ✓Management and strategy consultancy
- ✓Legal and compliance services
- ✓HR and people consultancy
- ✓Financial and accounting services
- ✓Research and evaluation
- ✓Training and coaching
Key frameworks
- ›Management Consultancy Framework (MCF3)
- ›Professional Services frameworks
- ›CCS agreements
Facilities Management
Hard and soft FM services across the public sector estate, including government buildings, schools, hospitals, and housing. Framework agreements make this sector particularly accessible for established SMEs.
Common contract types
- ✓Cleaning and waste management
- ✓Security and access control
- ✓Catering and hospitality
- ✓Building maintenance and M&E
- ✓Grounds maintenance
- ✓Pest control and environmental services
Key frameworks
- ›NHS SBS FM frameworks
- ›Crown Estate agreements
- ›Local authority FM procurement groups
Education and Training
Schools, further education colleges, universities, and government training programmes all commission services from SMEs. The range of opportunities is wide, from curriculum delivery to digital learning platforms.
Common contract types
- ✓Training programme design and delivery
- ✓E-learning and digital platforms
- ✓Apprenticeship training providers
- ✓Educational consultancy
- ✓Curriculum development
- ✓Safeguarding and compliance training
Key frameworks
- ›Education and Skills Funding Agency frameworks
- ›DfE procurement agreements
- ›Local authority education frameworks
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