What is Catalyst's Crown Commercial Service framework reference?

Catalyst's CCS framework reference is RM6094, the Spark Dynamic Purchasing System for emerging technology products and services.

Which organisations can use the CCS framework to buy from Catalyst?

All eligible public sector organisations can use RM6094 including central government, local councils, NHS trusts, universities, schools, housing associations, police and fire services, charities in receipt of public funding, and devolved administrations.

What energy services can public sector organisations procure from Catalyst through RM6094?

Through RM6094 public sector bodies can access Catalyst's Energy Bureau (EaaSi), energy monitoring and data management, carbon reporting, ESOS Phase 4 compliance support, and metering solutions.

Does procuring through CCS require a full tender process?

Using the Spark DPS means running a further competition among pre-approved suppliers rather than a full open tender. The process is more streamlined and Catalyst can support your procurement team with the documentation needed.

How do we contact Catalyst about a CCS procurement?

Use the contact form on this page or call Catalyst on 0121 764 7171 to discuss your energy technology requirements.

Crown Commercial Service FrameworkCatalyst is a CCS approved supplier on the Spark DPS (RM6094), giving public sector organisations a compliant route to procure energy technology services

Catalyst is a named supplier on the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Spark Dynamic Purchasing System, framework reference RM6094. Public sector organisations can use this framework to procure energy technology services from Catalyst directly, without running a separate tendering exercise.

What Is the Crown Commercial Service?

The Crown Commercial Service is an executive agency of the Cabinet Office. Its role is to help public sector organisations buy goods and services more efficiently, using pre-agreed frameworks that have already been through rigorous compliance and value-for-money assessment.

Using a CCS framework removes the need to run a full procurement exercise under the Public Contracts Regulations for every purchase. For procurement teams this means faster access to vetted suppliers and a more straightforward route to contract.

The Spark Dynamic Purchasing System (RM6094)

The Spark DPS is a Crown Commercial Service framework covering emerging technology products and services. It gives public sector buyers access to suppliers offering solutions across IoT, automation, AI, smart systems and energy technology.

Catalyst was admitted to the Spark DPS following a competitive assessment by the Crown Commercial Service. The framework reference is RM6094 and details are available through the Government Commercial Authority.

What Catalyst Offers Through the Framework

Through RM6094, public sector bodies can access Catalyst’s energy technology services, including:

Energy Bureau (EaaSi®): automated invoice validation, bill checking and energy spend management powered by Robotic Process Automation, designed for multi-site public sector estates.

Energy monitoring and data management: half-hourly consumption data, smart metering integration and real-time reporting across sites and budget periods.

Carbon reporting: automated data collection and structured reporting to support SECR obligations, net zero commitments and public sector sustainability requirements.

ESOS compliance: energy auditing and Phase 4 compliance management for qualifying public sector organisations.

Metering solutions: smart meter installation, DCC integration and half-hourly settlement support.

Who Can Use the Framework?

The Spark DPS is open to all eligible public sector organisations, including:

Central government departments and agencies

Local councils and combined authorities

NHS trusts and health organisations

Universities, colleges, schools and academies

Housing associations

Police, fire and emergency services

Charities and not-for-profit organisations in receipt of public funding

Devolved administrations and their agencies

Procuring Catalyst Through the Framework

Public sector procurement teams can engage Catalyst through RM6094 by running a further competition among eligible DPS suppliers. Catalyst can provide technical specification details, pricing information or any supporting documentation your procurement team needs.

Get in touch with Catalyst to start a CCS procurement conversation

Related service: Energy Bureau (EaaSi®), Catalyst’s automated energy spend management platform for public sector estates.

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Chris HurcombeDirector, Catalyst Digital Energy

Chris Hurcombe is Director of Catalyst Digital Energy, an independent business energy consultancy based in Birmingham. He works with UK businesses on energy procurement, contract management, and carbon strategy, and writes on energy markets, compliance, and the commercial implications of the UK's net zero transition.

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