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The Procurement Act 2023 commences today! The Act aims to improve the effectiveness and transparency of public sector procurement in the UK. One of the key changes relates to the procurement procedures that can be used for undertaking competitive procurement. We have written a blog post, which explains the 'competitive flexible' procedure and how you can use it to customise your procurement processes. Read it here https://bit.ly/3EULarN If you have any questions about the new Act, or would like help from one of our MCIPS qualified procurement consultants, please don't hesitate to get in touch contact@place-group.com

The Procurement Act 2023 will commence on Monday (24th February). Our recent webinar, "How to successfully implement the Procurement Act 2023", gave us an opportunity to understand the questions and concerns those working in the education sector have about the upcoming legislation changes. We’ve collated the questions asked by your peers and the answers given by Jessica Brydon, our Procurement, Quality & Compliance Director (and expert in the forthcoming Procurement Act) during the session. The questions are diverse, covering everything from whether you need to tender for supply staff to what to do if you have carried out your pre-market engagement, but will go to tender after the new Act goes live. You can read the Q&A here: https://bit.ly/41oQHQf The webinar is also available to watch at your convenience here: https://bit.ly/4i7zArs If you have any questions about the upcoming Procurement Act 2023, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us, just email contact@place-group.com or call 0845 257 7175.

We're exhibiting at the CST Finance and Operations Conference 2025 today! Pop by the Eastside Rooms, Birmingham to discuss how we can help your Trust build capacity and efficiency with support tailored specifically to your needs. #CSTFinOps

There's still time to register for our FREE OF CHARGE webinar, 'How to successfully implement the Procurement Act 2023' which takes place tomorrow. The webinar will be hosted by Jessica Brydon, Place Group's Procurement, Quality & Compliance Director. With over 10 years’ experience in public sector procurement, she has spent the last six years specialising in the education sector. Jessica has recently acquired her postgraduate diploma in Public Procurement Law, enhancing her expertise in the upcoming Procurement Act to ensure that Place Group remains at the forefront of compliance and excellence. The session is not to be missed, sign up now! https://bit.ly/40GwfbP

One week to go! Don't forget to register for our webinar. Jessica Brydon, our in-house Procurement Act 2023 expert, will cover a lot in the one hour session, including top tips for getting the most out of the Act’s flexibilities. These include incorporating social value into your procurements, supporting SMEs and efficiently tailoring your competitive procurement processes to your specific requirements. Register here: https://bit.ly/3PUoJVV

We're excited to be exhibiting at the BASBM conference today! Our friendly team have had some great conversations about how we can help schools and trusts with their strategic planning, procurement of goods and services, growth and operational improvement. If you're looking for similar support, please let us know.

We have launched a comprehensive education support service for Local Authorities. Our end-to-end support solution has been designed to empower local authorities in delivering transformative education outcomes. We know that Local Authorities are under increasing pressure to support schools amidst resource constraints and growing responsibilities, so we are on hand to support with a range of services including: • Comprehensive Project Management: • SEND Strategy Audits • Sustainability and Efficiency • Procurement • And more… If you’d like to find out more, or discuss how we can support you, please email contact@place-group.com

Have you registered for our upcoming webinar? The session will be packed with advice and guidance tailored to your needs. This will include guidance on the key obligations you need to be aware of, such as the Act's new requirements for transparency notices, procurement timelines, tender evaluation and records management. Sign up here: https://bit.ly/42mO9Tp

There's still time to register for our webinar! Jessica Brydon, our Procurement Act 2023 expert, will give advice on everything you need to do to prepare for and benefit from the Procurement Act 2023. She will cover how to develop clear and compliant procurement processes aligned with your school and trust objectives, which consider social value factors and much more besides. Read the full agenda and secure your place here: https://bit.ly/3Wtaw5X

Join our in-house Procurement Act 2023 expert, Jessica Brydon as she shares practical advice and tips for education professionals looking to harness the benefits the Procurement Act 2023 will bring. During a 45 minute session, Jessica will cover: • Key obligations you need to be aware of • Initial steps you need to take to be ready for the new Act • Top tips for getting the most out of the Act’s flexibilities • Supporting your supply chain and local SMEs This will be followed by a 15 minute Q&A, where you will be able to ask Jessica any questions that are specific to your school or Trust. Secure your place here: https://bit.ly/423U9QP