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Managed by the Crown Commercial Service and considered one of the most active UK procurement frameworks for ICT suppliers to be aware of, Digital Outcomes 6 has provided public sector buyers access to agile development and user-centred design services.
The Digital Outcomes 6 framework runs from 28 June 2022 to 27 March 2026, so there is still plenty of time for suppliers to win contracts and current awards up for renewal.
As a current supplier on Digital Outcomes 6, leveraging the right strategies can position your company for success in 2025. This report provides inspiration by highlighting:
Whether securing renewals or expanding market share, this report equips suppliers with actionable intelligence to drive success in the evolving public sector procurement landscape.
Under the Procurement Act 2023, DOS 7 will provide public sector access to agile development and user-centred design services, including Digital, Data, and Technology (DDaT) specialists.
Key dates for DOS 7 to keep front of mind:
This framework offers SME-friendly access to a broad supplier base, ensuring a large pool of agile methodology specialists and strong DDaT capabilities.
It aligns with Government Digital Service Standards and provides flexible call-off procedures, making it easier for public sector buyers to procure digital expertise efficiently.
5,700 call-offs have been awarded to suppliers since 2019 across 241 technology-related frameworks.
The Central Government drives the majority of the over activity in both total spend (£568M) and award count (187), making it the key buyer vertical in Digital Outcomes 6.
Following this local authorities (£7.5M) and healthcare (£59M) also show significant engagement, contributing notable spend and award volumes, while Education and Blue Light Services account for minimal activity.
The growing demand for digital innovation is evident in organisations like the Defence Science & Technology Laboratory, UK Health Security Agency, and NHS England, which seek systems to improve efficiency and public service delivery.
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) leads in award activity with 28 contracts, indicating its heavy reliance on agile digital services to drive transformation across welfare and pensions.
Following the DWP, the Ministry of Justice follows with 19 awards worth £85M, reflecting the sector's commitment to improving justice systems and services through digital innovation.
The Department for Education, with 16 awards worth £90M, highlights the growing focus on enhancing educational technologies and user-centred tools for learning.
Take a closer look at the Department for Work and Pensions' procurement activity on Stotles' platform.
From a total of 244 call-offs published for Digital Outcomes 6, only 55 of these were won by small-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
While there is a large disparity between both suppliers groups regarding call offs awarded, when looking at the total award values it paints a different picture.
See the pie chart below for a breakdown of the total values awarded to SMEs versus non -SMEs.
Below provides a conservative breakdown of leading suppliers on the Digital Outcomes 6 framework.
There are 145 contracts coming up to expiry and potential renewal on Digital Outcomes 6 and DOS 7. This section breaks them down.
107 contracts on the Digital Outcomes 6 framework are set to renew before its expiration on 27 March 2026, presenting key opportunities for suppliers.
Q1 and Q3 2025 offer the highest renewal volumes, with 26 contracts each, followed by Q2 2025 (21 contracts). While renewals slow slightly in Q4 2025 (17 contracts), steady opportunities remain into Q1 2026 (17 contracts).
This trend suggests that suppliers should focus on peak renewal periods while preparing for continued opportunities as the framework nears expiration.
Below are 3 interesting technology contracts coming up for renewal on Digital Outcomes 6 that can be explored further by clicking on the graphic.
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36 contracts awarded on Digital Outcomes 6 will renew on DOS 7 across 2026 and 2027. While this number is low, there are opportunities for suppliers who are
Below are three key technology contracts on Digital Outcomes 6 that are expected to renew on DOS 7—click on the graphic to explore further.
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Successful suppliers on the Digital Outcomes 6 framework demonstrate their ability to secure both high-value and high-volume contracts by offering tailored, scalable, and user-centred solutions.
How to win these contracts
Suppliers aspiring to grow their market share should focus on aligning their capabilities with public sector priorities, emphasising innovation, efficiency, and flexibility considering the central government's prominence.
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