Public Sector Frameworks

Frameworks we are on

Harvey Nash is an established, trusted partner on major frameworks, helping organisations navigate options and select the right route for their needs. We deliver recruitment solutions aligned to your objectives, timelines and compliance requirements.

Across permanent, interim, contract and project-based hires, we combine deep sector expertise with a flexible, partnership-led approach. This enables organisations to hire faster, stay compliant and maintain clear cost visibility across central government, healthcare, education and local authorities.

Working with Harvey Nash through a framework gives you access to an already approved, compliant supplier that is ready to deliver, so you can hire with confidence and pace.

Explore the frameworks we are approved on below to access trusted and efficient talent solutions.

Our frameworks

NHS Workforce Alliance – Non-Clinical Staffing (RM6277)

RM6277 provides a compliant route to recruit non-clinical temporary and fixed-term staff across the public sector, including the NHS, local government, and education.

It covers a wide range of corporate and support roles such as IT, finance, HR, and administration, enabling both direct award and mini-competition routes depending on urgency and requirement.

ESPO Strategic HR Services (3S_22)

This framework provides access to HR consultancy and strategic workforce support. It is used by public sector organisations seeking expertise in workforce planning, organisational development, and HR transformation.

GCA G-Cloud 14 (RM1557.14)

G-Cloud is the UK government framework for purchasing cloud-based services and solutions. It enables public sector organisations to access approved suppliers of hosting, software, and cloud support through a compliant and standardised route to market.

GCA Digital Outcomes and Specialists (DOS 7) (RM1043.9)

The DOS framework is used to source digital teams, specialists, and outcome-based delivery support. It is designed for agile project delivery and is commonly used for roles such as developers, designers, product managers, and technical specialists.

Kent County Council – Y25007 Recruitment Services

This framework provides Kent County Council and partner organisations with access to compliant recruitment services across a range of professional and operational roles, including temporary and permanent hiring.

Cirrus Consortium – Agency Labour and Recruitment Services

The Cirrus Consortium framework offers a compliant route for public sector organisations to access temporary staffing and recruitment services across a broad range of roles and requirements.

APUC – FB1037 AP (Recruitment Services)

APUC FB1037 AP is a Scottish higher education framework that enables universities to access recruitment services for both professional and academic roles, including permanent and interim hiring.

SUPC – PFB4054 (Recruitment Services)

SUPC provides a compliant route for universities in the South of England to access recruitment and talent acquisition services across professional, specialist, and leadership roles.

Health Trust Europe – Total Workforce Solutions III

TWS III is a national framework supporting NHS and public sector organisations with end-to-end workforce solutions, including permanent recruitment, temporary staffing, international hiring, and managed services.

Scottish Government – Interim IT Staff Services (SP 22 02)

This framework enables the recruitment of interim IT and digital specialists across the Scottish public sector, supporting transformation, infrastructure, cyber, and software delivery needs.

Scottish Government – Interim Professional Staff Services (SP 22 01)

SP 22 01 provides access to interim professionals across corporate functions, including HR, finance, procurement, policy, and business support roles.

NEPO 525 – Executive Recruitment Framework

NEPO 525 supports the recruitment of senior leadership and executive-level talent across local government and public sector organisations in the North East of England.

Why does Harvey Nash work through frameworks?

We work through frameworks because they provide a compliant, efficient, and trusted way for public sector organisations to access specialist talent.

Frameworks allow us to support clients in a way that aligns with procurement rules while still delivering speed, flexibility, and access to high-quality candidates. They also reduce administrative burden for hiring teams and help organisations scale recruitment across complex programmes or urgent requirements.

For Harvey Nash, frameworks are a key part of how we help public sector organisations hire effectively, responsibly, and at pace.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find the answers to common questions below.

What is a public sector recruitment framework?

Why do organisations use frameworks instead of going to market directly?

Who can use these frameworks?

What types of roles can be filled through frameworks?

What is a “call-off” contract?

What is the difference between a framework and an MSP or RPO?

Are frameworks compliant with UK procurement regulations?

Can organisations choose any supplier on a framework?

How long do frameworks last?

Why do so many different frameworks exist?

‘I had the pleasure of working with Harvey Nash for over three years. They took the time to get to know our needs and the culture we were trying to encourage. They genuinely felt like 'one of the team', and continually came up with top notch candidates - even for tricky short-term fixed term contracts while the market was very challenging.’

Brian Butler, Programme Manager, The University of Edinburgh

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