What this service does

The Digital Marketplace is a simple, open platform that brings government buyers and digital sellers together.

It simplifies the procurement process and makes it easier for businesses of all sizes to access government contracts.

It does this in the following ways:

• it breaks down large-scale digital requirements (including information and communications technology) into smaller parts

• it allows government buyers and digital sellers to sign up easily

• it enables government buyers to search for services quickly, identify suppliers and procure the best-value option for their project

Who can use the Digital Marketplace

All government buyers and staff can use the Digital Marketplace when they need digital skills or services.

Sellers can use the Digital Marketplace if they provide services and expertise in:

• strategy and policy

• user research and design

• agile delivery and governance

• software engineering and development

• business support and operations

• content and publishing

• change, training and transformation

• marketing, communications and engagement

• cyber security

• data science and management

• emerging technologies

• recruitment

How you can use it

It’s easy to join the Digital Marketplace.

Buyers can:

• view all sellers’ case studies and see their areas of expertise and experience

• post briefs for digital projects or specialist services

• get responses and award contracts for digital services

Sellers can:

• post case studies to show experience and expertise

• apply for opportunities posted by buyers

Further information

We provide the Digital Marketplace as part of the National Innovation and Science Agenda.

It went live in August 2016 and is continually adding registered buyers, approved sellers and new contracts.