Your work phone connects you to colleagues, keeps you informed on the move, and helps you get things done wherever you are in the world. But have you ever stopped to think about what happens when it is no longer needed? Every public sector phone has a lifecycle. How we manage that device lifecycle matters […]
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New technology framework supports public sector digital transformation
Our latest technology services framework is called RM6190 Technology Services 4. It will replace RM6100 Technology Services 3 which expires in March 2026. The new Technology Services 4 framework goes live on 12 December 2025. Technology Services 4 provides a flexible way for public sector organisations to buy technology services. This will help support digital […]
CCS’s Annual Report and Accounts for 2024/25 is published
Ensuring value for the nation We’ve published our latest Annual Report and Accounts demonstrating significant progress to ensure a greater focus on achieving the best commercial and procurement outcomes for UK citizens. Sam Ulyatt, who succeeded Simon Tse as Chief Executive of CCS in July 2024, said: It’s a pleasure to be publishing my first […]
Help shape our Construction Professional Services 2 agreement
We are looking for assessment support from our public sector customers for the Construction Professional Services 2 agreement (RM6356). This agreement will replace the existing Construction Professional Services agreement (RM6165). Assessors are an important part of the procurement process. In addition to playing an important role within CCS, becoming an assessor counts towards your corporate […]
Call for evaluators for the latest iteration of the Facilities Management and Security Services agreement
We are looking for evaluation support from our public sector customers for the newest iteration of the Facilities Management and Security Services agreement (RM6378). Invitation to tender (ITT) is launching in early September 2025. This is a great opportunity to assist cross-government commercial colleagues and be part of a group of experienced professionals. The evaluation […]
CCS recognised for providing high quality public service
We’re pleased to announce that CCS has achieved a ‘Best’ rating (over 90%) in the most recent Commercial Continuous Improvement Assessment Framework (CCIAF) review. The CCIAF is a requirement introduced by the Cabinet Office in 2021 for all relevant public bodies to assess themselves against publicly available procurement standards. The standards define how all Government […]
New green energy agreement launched, offering price stability for sustainable power across UK public sector
A new commercial agreement from Crown Commercial Service (CCS), entitled the Provision of Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), gives central government and wider public sector organisations direct access to UK-based renewable energy and competitive long-term contracts with suppliers. Procured under PCR 2015, the innovative agreement offers a unique combination of renewable energy sourcing, long-term fixed pricing, […]