Explore the CSS framework to become a government supplier - Explore tender process

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G Cloud is a government framework for technology projects.

Raising this ticket to understand how to become a supplier that can bid for work

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Another Gov framework is the TS3 framework, one I could potentially consider too!

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Some Research into the frameworks

All government frameworks are listed here - https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/

Each framework can be found, some points to list for each:

• How to become a supplier
• How do my network offer the ability to become a supplier
• Some can go straight to award without tender? Need to understand this
• How to tender
• Is it open or closed tender?

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Update on this Item

When going to a networking event last evening and catching up with friends, one person is a supplier and said I need to follow a process. Noting this here to speak to Keith next week and obtain specifics

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Research Update

• Gov wants to enable SME's (great fit for IDWT)
• https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/crown-commercial-service-sme-action-plan/crown-commercial-service-sme-action-plan--2
• To look for contracts finder
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• CSS Structure