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GCA Digital Outcomes and Specialists 7 (DOS 7)

Hannah Granshaw

16 April 2026

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We’re proud to share another important milestone for SCFH, having been named as a supplier on Government Commercial Agency’s (GCA) Digital Outcomes and Specialists 7 (DOS 7) Framework.

This latest achievement strengthens our position as a trusted strategic consulting partner to and for the NHS, ensuring our customers can continue to procure our services compliantly and with confidence.

A step forward for procurement

Government Commercial Agency (GCA) is the UK’s central commercial and procurement organisation, connecting public and private sectors to achieve the best outcomes for the UK and its citizens. GCA uses its commercial expertise to create a simpler procurement experience that redirects valuable resources into essential public services – creating value for the nation.

DOS7 marks a significant evolution in GCA’s procurement landscape, bringing together the previous DOS6 and Digital Specialists and Programmes (DSP) frameworks into one streamlined agreement.

By combining project-based outcomes, larger-scale delivery partnerships, and specialist resource requirements under a single framework, DOS 7 creates a simpler and more efficient route to market for buyers. This reduces the complexity organisations previously faced when navigating separate agreements, making procurement faster, clearer and more accessible.

Strengthening our impact

Being appointed to DOS 7 reinforces our ability to support the NHS and public sector organisations in designing, building and improving digital, data and technology services that deliver meaningful outcomes.

“More than ever, the NHS needs partners it can rely on to deliver the outcomes it needs while navigating the pace of digital change. We’re proud to be that trusted partner.”

Taja Quigley, Partner

What this means in practice

The DOS7 framework provides a compliant and efficient route for public sector organisations to access specialist digital support, whether delivering defined projects, enabling transformation programmes, or bringing in targeted expertise.

SCFH has been awarded a place across all three lots:

Lot 1 – Digital Outcomes: Delivery of defined digital services and outcomes
Lot 2 – Capability and Delivery Partners: Long-term, multi-disciplinary transformation support
Lot 3 – Digital Specialists: Flexible access to individual experts

Our focus remains clear

As we build on this momentum, our focus remains clear:

Continuing to invest in the right capabilities, people and partnerships
Recognising the importance of frameworks that enable compliant NHS procurement
Making it easier for NHS organisations to access specialist support
Delivering impactful digital, data and technology outcomes

Looking ahead

This appointment reflects SCFH’s growing role in supporting the NHS and wider public sector organisations to deliver modern, user-centred services. It also reinforces our commitment to working in line with government standards and best practice across delivery, design and technology.

We’re excited to build on this momentum, deepen trusted partnerships, and continue supporting NHS organisations to deliver meaningful change.

Notes to Editor

GCA is an executive agency of the Cabinet Office, supporting the public sector to achieve maximum commercial value when procuring common goods and services.

To find out more about GCA, visit www.gca.gov.uk

Get in touch

Whether you’re planning a new digital service, improving an existing one or scaling your delivery capability, SCFH is ready to help.

If you’re unsure which DOS 7 route is right for you, we’re happy to guide you.

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