NB: This article was originally published on 4 October 2022. All information was correct at the time of writing, but may not be fully applicable following the introduction of the Procurement Act 2023. Running a procurement can involve technical language that can sometimes be a little daunting. Whether you’re an experienced professional or new to […]
Category Archives: Procurement Essentials
How to carry out early market engagement successfully
NB: This article was originally published on 30 June 2022. All information was correct at the time of writing, but may not be fully applicable following the introduction of the Procurement Act 2023. Early market engagement provides the foundation for a successful procurement by helping buyers make fully informed decisions. What is “early market engagement”? […]
Aggregations and eAuctions: how to take advantage of the public sector’s national buying power
NB: This article was originally published on 25 April 2022. All information was correct at the time of writing, but may not be fully applicable following the introduction of the Procurement Act 2023. How can collective buying help public sector buyers get the best deal on goods and services? What is aggregation? What are eAuctions? […]
Effective contract management in procurement
NB: This article was originally published on 17 February 2022. All information was correct at the time of writing, but may not be fully applicable following the introduction of the Procurement Act 2023. Once you’ve chosen a supplier, effective contract management is a vital step in the process to make sure what’s promised gets delivered. […]
How to write a procurement specification
NB: This article was originally published on 16 November 2021. All information was correct at the time of writing, but may not be fully applicable following the introduction of the Procurement Act 2023. It’s the most important document within the tender process. Here are our top tips on how to write a specification. What is […]
Choosing the right route to market in procurement
NB: This article was originally published on 19 October 2021. All information was correct at the time of writing, but may not be fully applicable following the introduction of the Procurement Act 2023. How do you go from identifying a need for a product or service within your organisation to choosing the right route to […]