UK government guidance on risk allocation confirms that risk in public procurement should be clearly defined, proportionate, and reflected in pricing. For technology suppliers, this increases focus on how risk is structured across delivery, subcontracting, and performance.

Contracts should clearly allocate responsibility across the supply chain, including obligations relating to third parties. Where risk is pushed too far onto suppliers, it can affect value, pricing, contract performance, and long-term delivery outcomes.

Source: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-sourcing-and-consultancy-playbooks/risk-allocation-and-pricing-approaches-guidance-note-html