In public-sector operations, supply chain resilience is never just about moving boxes; it is about protecting vital public services and upholding operational integrity. CEVA Logistics recently qualified through the Government Commercial Agency’s (GCA) rigorous procurement and assurance process, earning its appointment as an approved supplier on the RM6354 framework (Courier, Distribution, Storage and Specialist Solutions). This recognition further validates CEVA's capability to deliver secure, end-to-end warehousing, fulfilment, courier and distribution services across the UK and internationally, giving public bodies a trusted logistics partner of scale capable of providing operational excellence across the framework's specialised lots.
Managing the flow of diverse goods into highly sensitive public-sector environments demands a secure logistics operations underpinned by robust processes. CEVA’s Off Site Consolidation Centre (OSCC) eliminates site congestion and significantly reduces supply chain vulnerability by consolidating shipments and screening loads upstream, enabling secure, direct transit to the point of delivery. Movements are protected by Counter-Terrorist Check (CTC)-cleared personnel and 24/7 on-site security supported by RFA K9 teams, whilst goods in transit are protected through a number of bespoke security measures.
CEVA’s dedicated operations operate at a 100% internal security audit rating and are held to the highest external standards, holding Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation to protect digital integrity and an LRQA Food Safety AA rating to support diverse and sensitive institutional catering requirements.
Alongside security and safety, CEVA has a strong social responsibility commitment, actively supporting its public-sector partners’ sustainability goals by deploying electric vehicles and transitioning heavy transport to Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) to minimise emissions. Delivering further community benefit locally, CEVA partners with the Down’s Syndrome Association via its WorkFit programme to create permanent employment and has welcomed three new colleagues into its public-sector operations since 2023.
Looking ahead, CEVA's focus within the RM6354 framework is to continue to provide government and public institutions with safe, secure and forward-thinking logistics solutions that deliver value within the communities they serve.
“Public-sector logistics carries a unique level of responsibility. Our customers need complete confidence that their supply chains are secure, resilient and able to perform when it matters most. Our appointment to the RM6354 framework reflects the strength of our people, processes and operational capabilities, and we’re proud to bring that expertise to public-sector organisations across the UK. Ultimately, it’s about delivering dependable logistics that protects essential services and supports the communities that rely on them,” said Mike Weaver, Managing Director, Contract Logistics, UKIN, CEVA Logistics.
