G-Cloud

The UK government framework for buying cloud hosting, cloud software and cloud support, run by Crown Commercial Service. Suppliers list their services and buyers shortlist and award directly.

Related terms

Framework agreement

An umbrella agreement with a set of approved suppliers, under which public buyers later award contracts without a full tender each time. Getting on a framework is often the only way into recurring IT work.

Crown Commercial Service (CCS)

The UK government agency that runs central buying frameworks, including those for technology such as G-Cloud and digital services. Public bodies across the UK buy through its frameworks.