E-Sign Awarded G-Cloud 14 Framework Contract

We are pleased to announce that E-Sign has successfully been awarded a G-Cloud 14 (Lots 1-3) Framework Contract. Suppliers that are listed on G-Cloud are required to be fully vetted to ensure they are a credible, reliable provider and are suitable for supplying solutions to the public sector.

E-Sign was previously an approved supplier on the current G-Cloud 13 and has now become an approved supplier on G-Cloud 14, which will be going live on the 9th November 2024.

What is G-Cloud?

G-Cloud is an online platform for public sector organisations looking to purchase digital services from a pre-approved list of suppliers. The framework for G-Cloud was established through the Official Journal of the European Community (OJEU) under the Open Procedure and is fully compliant with The Public Contracts Regulations 2006.

Using the G-Cloud Public Procurement Gateway (PPG), public sector and government organisations can go directly to a list of credible suppliers, rather than going through a lengthy tender process, helping to save time and money, and improve productivity and efficiency for the already overstretched and often underfunded public services. 

What’s the difference between G-Cloud 13 and G-Cloud 14?

G-Cloud 13 was first launched in 2022 and brought significant improvements to the framework, with the new Public Procurement Gateway replacing the Digital Marketplace. This change ensured greater efficiency and a more streamlined experience for both buyers and suppliers. G-Cloud 13 focused on key cloud services including Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS). 

G-Cloud continues to build upon the new framework established by G-Cloud 13, providing an increasingly user-friendly experience for all users. Below are some of the main ways G-Cloud 14 is different to its predecessor. 

• More transparency – suppliers are required to provide more detailed information about their products or services. In particular how they meet strict security standards.
• Wider scope – G-Cloud 14 widens the range of the services available to the public sector, incorporating specialist cloud services in addition to SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS.
• Longer contracts – the maximum contract length will be increased to 36 months from 24 months in certain services, in recognition of longer-term projects. 
• Clearer feedback from users – G-Cloud 14 has a new feedback mechanism for users, allowing them to rate and review their services, which benefits buyers and suppliers.

E-Sign provides effective digital solutions to the public sector 

Director of Operations, Adam Ross said about E-Sign’s successful application for G-Cloud 14:

“Electronic signatures are being recognised more and more in the public sector, with organisations looking for quality providers that can meet their needs. Being an approved supplier on G-Cloud 14 allows E-Sign to effectively support public sector organisations and provide them with a tailored solution to increase their document efficiency in a secure and compliant way.”

The benefits of G-Cloud 14

• Take advantage of new technologies and access the best ICT services and solutions available.
• Encourage dynamic, responsive procurement and save time on traditional methods – the open procurement for each of the G-Cloud frameworks has already been done.
• Meet environmental and sustainability targets.
• Deliver ICT systems that are responsive to changing demands, policies, and strategies – delivering value for money and up-to-date solutions.
• Reduce costs through buying solutions as a service or based on usage, to meet your resource requirements.
• Save money on maintenance and physical storage.
• Easily compare and benchmark suppliers based on your desired characteristics and price with greater transparency.
• Access ‘ready-to-use hybrid cloud’ solutions that are pre-assured for security, performance, and service management.

Start your digital transformation with E-Sign

If you’re looking for a simple and cost-effective e-signature solution to streamline your digital document transactions, E-Sign can help. Contact us today to find out more and our digital transformation team will discuss your requirements and ensure you are provided with the best solution for your document needs. 

You can also get started with E-Sign by registering for our 14-day free trial. This will allow you to explore the features and functionality of the platform for yourself and see how it can work in your business processes.