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As 2019 approaches, there are many anticipated digital predictions about trends within procurement for the new year. Some of the prediction trends are not new or revolutionary, but they are important to recognise, acknowledge, and perhaps even utilise throughout the upcoming year. One thing we should not do is ignore

  Delta eSourcing is pleased to announce that it is an official UKIS 2019 event partner! The Delta team will be on hand at the UK Infrastructure Show at the NEC, Birmingham on 30 April 2019 demonstrating the latest changes to our eSourcing solution. Join us at UKIS 2019 Part

Throughout the procurement process, engagement between buyers and suppliers have many benefits. From building relationships to improving the quality of your response, early engagement is a vital part of submitting winning bids. Read why we think engagement is important throughout the procurement process.   Clear Understanding of the Tender Sharon

Whether you are seeking help to draft tender specifications, undertake market engagement or just review your current processes, our official Training and Support Partner, PASS (Procurement Advice and Support Service) is experienced in all aspects of public sector procurement.  PASS Procurement Consultants have years of experience working within the public

Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS) allow buyers to procure goods, works or services that are available in the market quickly and efficiently. Unlike a framework agreement, a DPS remains open to new suppliers, giving buyers access to fresh innovations. DPS is an efficient and electronic procedure that would benefit the education

The eTendering solution that your organisation chooses should improve the efficiency of your buying strategy. New technology has transformed the public sector’s procurement processes and has also allowed portal providers to provide many extra services that can benefit users. We have created a checklist that should help your organisation to

Delta will be attending the HCSA 48th Annual Conference and Exhibition on 27 and 28 November at Cardiff City Hall. This year’s conference and exhibition, titled NHS Procurement – Shaping the Future, will provide delegates with motivating ideas and a lively atmosphere in which to discuss and debate the key issues. The

Delta will be attending the Local Government Procurement Expo (LGPE) on 28 November. LGPE 2018 is a one-day event for the local government sector that provides buyers and suppliers with a unique opportunity to participate in a range of educational and networking features.   What to expect at LGPE This

We have teamed up with Principal PASS Consultant Eddie Regan to discuss contract management, asking him key questions about the process. Learn more about contract management below.   What is Contract Management? Contract management is the process of creating, executing and analysing tenders to maximise their performance while reducing financial risk.

What is tender management? Tender Management is the process of planning, selecting and publishing bids efficiently, keeping a clear audit trail that can be used to determine best practice for future contracts. If your organisation is planning on implementing a tender management solution into its procurement strategy, read our top tips

The Regulation 22 deadline of 18 October is fast approaching. After Thursday, the law is changing around communication with regards to public contracts. Moving forward, all public sector organisations should be using an electronic procurement solution when communicating and exchanging information during the tender processes (for contracts above EU thresholds).

NHS procurement is changing and although the new Future Operating Model aims to improve cost efficiencies and save the NHS millions of pounds, a recent study by iGov has shown that limited skills and expertise is currently the biggest barrier to successful procurement for healthcare professionals. Read on to learn