UK Software Contractor — Public & Private Sector

Software delivery
you can rely on.

Slowdutch is a software contractor building robust web applications, data platforms, and digital services for public sector bodies, regulated industries, and enterprise clients across the UK.

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Cyber Essentials Aligned
Public Sector Experience
Agile Delivery
G-Cloud Ready
Web Application Development // API & Systems Integration // Data Platforms & Pipelines // Cloud Infrastructure (AWS / Azure / GCP) // Digital Transformation // GDS-Aligned Service Design // DevOps & CI/CD // Software Architecture // Web Application Development // API & Systems Integration // Data Platforms & Pipelines // Cloud Infrastructure (AWS / Azure / GCP) // Digital Transformation // GDS-Aligned Service Design // DevOps & CI/CD // Software Architecture
What We Deliver

End-to-end software delivery, from spec to production.

We work as an extension of your team — or as the whole team — delivering software that meets your requirements, on time and within budget.

Custom Software Development

Full-stack web and mobile applications built to your specification. We handle architecture, development, testing, and deployment using modern technology stacks.

  • React, Next.js & TypeScript
  • Node.js, Python & REST/GraphQL APIs
  • iOS & Android (Swift / Kotlin)

Public Sector Digital Services

Specialist experience delivering digital services for government, local authorities, NHS and education bodies. GDS service standard familiar, accessible by default.

  • WCAG 2.2 AA Accessibility
  • GOV.UK Design System
  • Crown Commercial Service Frameworks

Data Platforms & Integration

Data pipelines, analytics dashboards, and system integrations that turn fragmented data into actionable insight. Built for scale and reliability.

  • ETL / ELT pipelines
  • SQL, PostgreSQL & NoSQL
  • API integrations & middleware

Cloud & DevOps

Infrastructure design, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud migrations. We help you move fast without breaking things — reliable deployments every time.

  • AWS, Azure & GCP
  • Docker, Kubernetes & Terraform
  • GitHub Actions & GitLab CI

Product Design & UX

User research, wireframing, and high-fidelity design. We ensure your service is intuitive, accessible, and meets the needs of the people who will use it.

  • User research & testing
  • Figma prototyping
  • Accessibility audits

Legacy Modernisation

Migrate aging systems to modern, maintainable architecture without disrupting operations. We assess, plan, and execute phased transitions safely.

  • Technical debt assessment
  • Strangler fig migrations
  • API-first re-platforming
20+
Projects Delivered
5+
Public Sector Clients
100%
On-time Delivery Rate
UK
Based & Registered
Procurement

Ready to work through public sector frameworks.

We understand public sector procurement. Whether you're buying through a framework, running a direct award, or issuing an ITT, we can support your process from start to finish.

  • G-Cloud (Digital Marketplace)

    Available for direct award on G-Cloud for cloud-hosted software services.

  • Digital Outcomes & Specialists (DOS)

    Experienced in responding to DOS call-offs for digital specialists and outcomes.

  • Contracts Finder & Find a Tender

    Actively tendering for contracts published on Contracts Finder and Find a Tender Service.

  • Direct Commissioning

    Open to direct engagement below procurement thresholds or under existing authority frameworks.

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Central Government

HMRC, DVLA, DWP, Home Office and other central departments.

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Health & Social Care

NHS Trusts, ICBs, and health innovation bodies.

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Education

Universities, colleges, and multi-academy trusts.

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Local Authorities

Councils, combined authorities, and devolved bodies.

Portfolio

Selected Work

A sample of recent projects across sectors.

Native App

Rondo

iOS & Android Application

Web Platform

Exotic Barbers

Booking & Management System

Web Application

Halfspace Academy

Learning Management System

Product Design

Somnicube

SaaS Product Design & Development

Our Approach

Delivery-focused.
Not just consultancy.

We're a small, senior team. You get experienced engineers and designers on your project — not juniors managed from a distance.

Team collaboration
Available for new contracts

Senior engineers, hands on keyboard

Every engagement is staffed with developers who have delivered real production systems. We don't subcontract your work out without your knowledge.

Iterative Delivery

Agile sprints with working software at the end of every cycle — not just slide decks.

Transparent Reporting

Regular progress updates, clear documentation, and open communication throughout.

Security-First

Secure coding practices, data minimisation, and compliance with UK data protection law.

Contact Us

hello@slowdutch.com