Crown Commercial Services staffing framework announcement

Bluestones Supply Chain is pleased to announce it is part of a consortium bid that has been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s (CCS) Framework Contract for Lot 6 Estates, Facilities Management and Ancillary Staff. The consortium is led by Bluestones Supply Chain’s parent company, Bluestones Investment Group (Bluestones Group).

Krista Flanagan and Tiffany Whitworth, Managing Directors at Bluestone Supply Chain, commented:

"We’re thrilled that Bluestones Supply Chain have been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s framework. It demonstrates that the company has met the rigorous standards required to work with the public sector and has been recognised for its expertise, experience and commitment to delivering high-quality services. It is also testament to the combined strength of the Bluestones Group's balanced portfolio of recruitment and staffing service businesses.”

Bluestones Supply Chain is a are a market leading professional recruitment agency specialising in the UK supply chain sector. With offices in Scotland, the Midlands and the North East and West of England, the company delivers temporary, contract, and permanent staffing solutions to a diverse portfolio of clients, from small family-owned businesses to international blue-chip organisations.

Crown Commercial Services (CCS) supports the public sector to achieve maximum commercial value when procuring common goods and services. In 2021/22, CCS helped the public sector to achieve commercial benefits equal to £2.8 billion – supporting world-class public services that offer best value for taxpayers.

Bluestones Investment Group is a specialist investment group that’s focused on the recruitment sector, operating a balanced portfolio of recruitment and staffing service businesses. The framework inclusion for Bluestones involves a consortium entry from businesses within the Group’s portfolio, including: Bluestones Supply Chain, Cogent Staffing, Bluestones Staffing (Northern Ireland) and NC Associates.