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Buyer and Supplier Portals & Marketplaces
When it comes to finding and winning contracts, not all opportunities appear on national tender portals. Many are managed through buyer and supplier portals, secure online platforms that connect organisations looking to buy with suppliers ready to provide goods, works or services.
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Industry marketplaces and frameworks make it easier for buyers to find suppliers with the right expertise, accreditation and capacity.
For businesses, registering on the right platforms gives you:
Targeted visibility – only see opportunities relevant to your field.
Buyer trust – approved supplier status builds credibility instantly.
Efficiency – one registration can unlock access to multiple tenders and frameworks.
Early access – some tenders never appear on wider portals.
Networking – direct communication channels with procurement and project teams.
Whether you’re a small specialist contractor or an established service provider, these platforms can open doors to long-term partnerships and consistent pipeline growth.
Examples of Sector-Specific Portals and Marketplaces
Below are some of the main platforms used across different UK industries.
Digital, Technology & IT
Digital Marketplace (G-Cloud / DOS) – Government platform for digital and cloud suppliers.
TechUK Procurement Hub – Links UK tech suppliers to public-sector buyers.
Crown Commercial Service Frameworks (CCS) – National frameworks for IT, software, and telecoms.
JAGGAER / Defence Sourcing Portal – Used by the MOD and government IT divisions.
Construction, Engineering & Infrastructure
CompeteFor – Supplier platform for major infrastructure projects (HS2, TfL, Crossrail).
Constructionline Marketplace – Supplier verification and access to national projects.
Open ECX Marketplace – Digital link between buyers and construction product suppliers.
SCAPE Procure – Framework for local authority construction and civil engineering work.
Southern Construction Framework (SCF) – Regional framework for public infrastructure projects.
Fusion21 – Frameworks focused on construction, property and social value.
YardLink – Marketplace for equipment, materials, and site services.
Housing & Social Value
Procurement for Housing (PfH) – UK-wide housing and maintenance frameworks.
ProcureCo – Connects suppliers to housing associations and public bodies.
Fusion21 – (also housing frameworks with a focus on community impact).
Healthcare & Life Sciences
NHS Supply Chain / Atamis – Central platform for NHS product and service procurement.
HealthTrust Europe (HTE) – NHS and wider public sector frameworks.
NHS Shared Business Services (SBS) – Procurement frameworks for healthcare and support services.
Utilities, Energy & Environment
Achilles UVDB – Supplier pre-qualification for utilities, energy and infrastructure buyers.
Sellafield Supply Chain Portal – Registration for nuclear sector projects.
National Grid & UK Power Networks Supplier Portals – Access to utilities frameworks.
Defence, Aerospace & Security
JOSCAR (Hellios) – Supplier accreditation for defence, aerospace and security sectors.
Jaggaer Defence Sourcing Portal – MOD platform for defence contracts.
Professional & Consultancy Services
Bloom Procurement Services – Dynamic purchasing system for professional and consultancy work.
Crown Commercial Service Frameworks – Covering legal, financial, HR and consultancy services.
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GROW is ideal for businesses with the capacity to manage submissions internally but who need targeted, cost-effective opportunity sourcing.
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Tailored notifications of tenders and PSL opportunities relevant to your recruitment sector
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Clear summaries of key requirements, deadlines, contract value, scope, and evaluation criteria
Compliance flags for certifications or licenses
Risk indicators highlighting unusual terms, short deadlines, or high competition
Benefits:
Focus on preparing strong tenders and PSL applications without spending hours on research
Efficiently shortlist high-value opportunities
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Benefits:
Hands-on support with tender and PSL opportunity sourcing
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Increased compliance and improved win rates
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Benefits:
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Maximise win rates while freeing your team to focus on recruitment and client relationships
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