We are pleased to announce that Border Crossing UX has been officially named as a supplier on the Crown Commercial Services (CCS) Digital Outcomes and Specialists 7 (DOS 7) framework (RM1043.9).
DOS 7 marks a consolidation of previous frameworks (DOS 6 and Digital Specialists and Programmes), providing a more robust and unified route for the public sector to access world-class design and research expertise.
Crown Commercial Service supports the public sector to achieve maximum commercial value when procuring common goods and services.
Being named on Lots 1, 3, and 4 means that Border Crossing UX has been pre-vetted for technical capability, financial stability, and adherence to the Government Service Standard. This reduces the administrative burden on procurement teams and ensures that “Best Value” is built into the contract from day one.
What you can procure via the DOS 7 framework
As a named supplier, we are available to provide expertise across the core digital pillars. Through the DOS 7 framework, you can commission Border Crossing UX for:
- Lot 1 Digital Outcomes: End-to-end delivery of specific, ouctome-based digital projects. We lead your team through Discovery, Alpha, and Beta phases using evidence-based, agile methodologies, delivered to governement digital standards.
- Lot 3 Digital Specialists: Embedding our senior UX researchers, strategists, and designers directly into existing teams to bridge critical skills gaps in the short-term and drive internal maturity in the long-term.
- Lot 4 User Research Studios & Participants: Access to our specialised facilities and recruitment services to ensure every design decision is tested by real people with diverse needs.
How to buy: A frictionless public procurement process
The framework is designed to move projects from “Requirement” to “Kick-off” with speed and transparency. Public sector bodies can find us via the Public Procurement Gateway using the following steps:
- Identify Requirements: Define the outcome or specialist role you need.
- Shortlist: Use the framework to find Border Crossing UX.
- Further Competition: Invite us to bid based on your specific brief.
- Award: Secure our services through a standardised, pre-approved contract.
A depth of experience: Our framework portfolio
Our inclusion on DOS 7 complements our existing positions on other vital procurement routes across the public and private sector, showcasing our ability to navigate complex digital landscapes across the UK. This includes the Scottish Procurement’s Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) 2.0 where we remain an active supplier for Digital Technology Services, facilitating agile procurement for the Scottish public sector.
Take a look at our Procurement Frameworks page to see the full list of UK public sector frameworks where you can procure our services.
Why work with a Crown Commercial Services DOS 7 named supplier?
While these frameworks are built for government procurement, they serve as a benchmark for our private sector partners as well.
The same rigour, data security, and service standards required to support the NHS and local government are applied to every commercial project we undertake. By choosing a partner already vetted by the Crown Commercial Services, you are singificantly reducing your operational risk and ensuring your project is delivered ny a consultancy capable of delivering outcomes at scale.
