Digital transformation for government

BlueBow Research & Consultancy is a specialist UK government digital consultancy with 15+ years of delivery across central government, NHS, defence and local authorities. We are approved suppliers on Digital Outcomes & Specialists 7 (Lots 1 and 3).

Framework evidence

FrameworkLot / ScopeStatus
Digital Outcomes & Specialists 7 (DOS7)Lot 1 - Digital OutcomesApproved
Digital Outcomes & Specialists 7 (DOS7)Lot 3 - Digital SpecialistsApproved

What we deliver

User research

DOS7 Lot 1 & Lot 3

We conduct rigorous research with users of public services — including hard-to-reach, vulnerable and specialist professional populations. Our research is aligned to the GDS Service Standard and informs service design, policy and investment decisions.

  • Formative & evaluative research
  • Usability testing
  • Contextual inquiry
  • Quantitative research
  • Creating personas
  • User journey mapping
  • User needs & insights
  • Diary studies
  • Accessibility research
  • Stakeholder & expert review
  • Research synthesis
  • Research operations

User experience & design

DOS7 Lot 1 — Digital Outcomes

We design public services and digital products that are accessible, intuitive and grounded in user evidence — from first concept through to production-ready interfaces.

  • Service design
  • Interaction design
  • Information architecture
  • Prototyping
  • Accessibility
  • Content design & copywriting
  • Cross-platform design
  • UX strategy
  • Brand development
  • Animation

Service delivery

DOS7 Lot 1 — Digital Outcomes

We plan, manage and deliver digital programmes from strategy through to live service — embedding agile practice, building internal capability and leaving teams able to sustain what we build.

  • Agile delivery
  • Product management
  • Business analysis
  • Project management
  • Agile coaching
  • Service management
  • Digital communications & engagement

Software development

DOS7 Lot 3 — Digital Specialists

We build robust, scalable digital products for government — from citizen-facing web applications to internal tools, APIs and cloud-native services — to government security and accessibility standards.

  • Front-end web development
  • Web application development
  • API development
  • Cloud-based service development
  • Mobile application development
  • Database development
  • Systems integration
  • Desktop application development

Technical architecture & delivery

DOS7 Lot 3 — Digital Specialists

Senior technical resource — architects, delivery managers and product owners — embedded in government programmes. All roles available with SC clearance where required.

  • Technical architecture
  • DevSecOps
  • Delivery management
  • Product ownership

Information & cyber security

DOS7 Lot 3 — Digital Specialists

We help government organisations identify, assess and manage security risk — from infrastructure review through to certification support and penetration testing, ensuring digital services meet the security standards required for public sector deployment.

  • Information assurance certification
  • Vulnerability & penetration testing
  • IT health check
  • Firewall audit
  • Infrastructure review
  • Risk management
  • Security policy

Performance analysis & data

DOS7 Lot 1 & Lot 3

We help government teams measure what matters — combining analytics, statistical analysis and performance frameworks to turn service data into decisions that improve outcomes for users.

  • Web analytics
  • A/B & multivariate testing
  • Data analysis
  • Data visualisation
  • Performance frameworks
  • Performance reporting
  • Statistical modelling

Testing & auditing

DOS7 Lot 3 — Digital Specialists

Independent assurance that digital services and software meet the quality, security and accessibility standards required before and after go-live.

  • Software auditing
  • Accessibility auditing
  • Quality assurance

Support & operations

DOS7 Lot 3 — Digital Specialists

Ongoing support and operational capability to keep government digital services running reliably after go-live.

  • Service desk
  • Customer support

Accreditations and compliance

  • DOS7 Lots 1 and 3 - Crown Commercial Service
  • Crown Commercial Service
  • Cyber Essentials certification
  • Carbon Reduction Plan
  • Data Protection Policy (GDPR compliant)
  • AI Acceptable Use Policy

How to procure BlueBow

  1. Via DOS7: Search for BlueBow on Digital Marketplace and issue an Invitation to Quote under Lots 1 or 3. We respond to all ITQs within 3 working days.
  2. Direct engagement: Contact us to discuss the best procurement route for your organisation.

Government testimonials

Evidence from public sector delivery

BlueBow's approach is truly patient-centric. They took the time to understand our unique needs and challenges, and delivered a platform that is both accessible and user-friendly. Their expertise in creating engaging and informative content has helped us to better serve our patients and stakeholders. We are grateful for the partnership.
Lead User Researcher

National Health Service (NHS)

Lead User Researcher
BlueBow's team demonstrated a deep understanding of our organisation's goals and the needs of our member councils. Their accessible design approach and rigorous user research delivered measurable improvements in usability across Welsh local authority digital services. The toolkit they produced has become a practical reference used by councils across Wales.
Digital Programme Lead

Welsh Local Government Association

Digital Programme Lead