Delta awarded supplier status on G-Cloud 9
We are pleased to announce Delta’s continued presence on G-Cloud 9 (G9) and that we have been awarded supplier status on G-Cloud 9. The G-Cloud is a Government-led framework, which is managed by the Crown Commercial Service (CCS), and is designed to promote government-wide adoption of cloud computing. The platform also makes procuring secure and […]
What is collaborative procurement?
Collaborative procurement is a means to deliver greater efficiencies through combined purchasing power, and with public bodies under pressure to deliver more for less, collaborative procurement has become embedded in the procurement process. Collaboration provides an integrated approach to delivering procurement solutions, and helps organisations to drive efficiencies, reduce risk and save money by buying […]
Tender Management Explained
For this discussion we invited Principal PASS Consultant Eddie Regan to talk about the necessity for good tender management systems. For the last 20 years Eddie has lectured regularly on procurement policy and processes at conferences and events all over the UK, both on behalf of PASS and for a variety of other organisations. He […]
Dynamic Purchasing Systems Demystified
Dynamic Purchasing System Now Available in Delta Continuing in its role as a leader in e-procurement, Delta eSourcing has introduced a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) module in Delta. This development makes it easier than ever for buyers to deal in commonly available goods and services, via e-tendering. What is a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS)? Similar to an […]
Why now is the perfect time to invest in contract management
As the end of the financial year approaches, organisations will now be planning ahead for next year’s finances and traditionally there will be budget remaining that needs to be allocated – which provides the ideal opportunity to consider investment in a contract management system. Now is the ideal time to begin the journey towards a […]
5 Top Tips for using Dynamic Purchasing Systems
Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS) are living shortlists of suppliers that organisations join by completing the selection stage requirements. They help buyers quickly and efficiently procure goods, works and services commonly available on the market from a refreshable pool of suppliers. To celebrate the introduction of a DPS module on the Delta eSourcing system, BiP Solutions […]
Procurement After Brexit
How will Brexit Shape the Future of Public Procurement? In the wake of the UK’s decision to leave the European Union, we are likely to see a period of uncertainty as exit terms are negotiated and future procurement processes are agreed. While the implications for public sector procurement are uncertain, the role of Delta eSourcing […]
Busting Dynamic Purchasing System Myths
Delta eSourcing has introduced its Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Manager module, helping buyers to quickly and efficiently procure goods, works and services commonly available on the market from a refreshable pool of suppliers. BiP Solutions journalist Julie Shennan has secured an exclusive interview with Procurement Advice and Support Service Principal Consultant Eddie Regan to provide clarity […]
Procurement Policy Note: New Threshold Levels 2016
Procurement regulations set out the terms by which public bodies must abide when carrying out the process of advertising contracts for tendering. A vital regulation which both contracting authorities and tenderers must be aware of concerns advertising threshold levels, indicating at what value a contract for goods, works or services must be advertised for bids. […]
Spending Review and Autumn Statement: what was announced
The Spending Review and Autumn Statement was announced by Chancellor George Osborne on 25 November 2015 and set out how £4 trillion of government money will be allocated over the next five years. It revealed how the Government will invest in priority areas like the NHS, defence and housing. The good news is that, on […]