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Healthcare procurement is under pressure like never before. The dual demands of cost efficiency and regulatory compliance continue to grow, driven by changing legislation, tight NHS budgets, and growing expectations around ESG and social value delivery. The healthcare industry is complex, global, and highly regulated, making effective procurement vital for

Why the Procurement Act 2023 Matters Now The Procurement Act 2023 has ushered in the most significant overhaul of UK public procurement in a generation, introducing significant changes to procurement regulations, transparency, and the integration of social value. With its go-live set for February 2025, procurement teams across the public

A New Chapter for Housing Procurement Housing procurement in the UK has long been shaped by rigid procedures, fragmented supplier engagement, and administrative strain. The Procurement Act 2023 signals a clear departure from that status quo—replacing complexity with clarity, flexibility, and a reinforced emphasis on social value. For housing associations,

Reforming Education Procurement for the Future In 2025, education procurement is undergoing a pivotal transformation driven by a new legislative foundation. Procurement guidance and resources can now be easily accessed online by education institutions. The introduction of the Procurement Act 2023 marks a decisive shift from the longstanding EU-derived Public

With the Procurement Act 2023 now in force since February, local authorities across the UK are navigating a new era of public procurement. The legislation has not only redefined how councils buy goods and services but has also unlocked a more agile, outcomes-focused, and socially driven approach to contracting. The

A Transformational Moment for NHS Procurement The landscape of NHS procurement is changing. With the Procurement Act 2023 now introduced, NHS buyers are being asked to do more than just ensure compliance. The expectations now include delivering better value, increasing transparency, and placing patient outcomes at the heart of every

Brexit signalled a new beginning for the UK. The country took the opportunity to reassess some critical regulations and legislations and reworked them to represent its own best interests and not necessarily those of the EU. The Procurement Act 2023 is one of the biggest transformations to emerge post-Brexit, influenced

A purchase agreement is a legally binding document between buyers and sellers that details the terms and conditions of the procurement of products, including leeway for delays, emergency procedures, contingencies, and termination. It also assigns the roles and responsibilities of both parties. Purchase agreements are most often used in real

The government aims to digitise the public sector, eliminating legacy systems and migrating to the cloud. Public sector contracting authorities are a key focus, as many government bodies and organisations are still chugging along with email, spreadsheets, and outdated procurement systems.  If that sounds like you, then it’s time to

Framework agreements and Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPSs) are both simple forms of procurement that speed up the procurement process and facilitate a streamlined procurement process. Both involve adding pre-approved suppliers to a pool, and are best suited for ‘off-the-shelf’ contracts. However, there are some key differences which guide you when

Public sector procurement is evolving at a fair clip. It’s almost a case of adapt or die. This applies just as much to public sector buyers as suppliers in the context of supply chain management . So, how do you keep pace with evolution? How do buyers ensure they’re always

Supplier management enables public sector buyers or contracting authorities to keep an eye on their suppliers. It typically starts at the supplier identification stage and carries on to off-boarding and feedback. The intention is to optimise supplier relationships by using an all-in-one solution that integrates an array of functions related