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With changes on the horizon to our public procurement rules in the form of the new Procurement Act 2023, our 'changing landscape' series looks at the key features of the Act and how to prepare for the new regime. In this latest article, we look at how the Act will foster greater transparency by requiring contracting authorities to publish more data on contract performance. We also look at the terms that the Act will automatically imply into certain public contracts. Read now 👇 https://gowlg.co/3xNowyn #Procurement #ProcurementAct2023

As the Procurement Act 2023 is set to go live in the UK this October, public authorities should use this countdown to prepare for the new regulatory regime and unlock its opportunities. From enabling early market engagement and re-balancing the relationship between cost and value, to diversifying the supplier mix by removing barriers for SMEs and social enterprises, the Act heralds a new era in public procurement. Read this article by Louise Carroll - Procurement Advisory Manager at Mace Consult to understand these changes and how to get the most out of them ⬇️

🔍 📜Delivering distinctive value for the public purse under the Procurement Act 2023. As the Procurement Act 2023 is set to go live in the UK this October, public authorities should use this countdown to prepare for the new regulatory regime and unlock its opportunities. From enabling early market engagement and re-balancing the relationship between cost and value, to diversifying the supplier mix by removing barriers for SMEs and social enterprises, the Act heralds a new era in public procurement. Louise Carroll, Senior Procurement Advisory Manager at Mace Consult, explains some of the changes that the Act will bring, and how they can be harnessed to their full potential. 🔗 Discover more: https://lnkd.in/d6mMh8MX #MaceConsult #Procurement #UKandEurope

📍 As the Procurement Act 2023 takes effect, public authorities have a unique opportunity to re-imagine their procurement strategies in a way that delivers distinctive value for the public purse. By facilitating early market engagement, the Act promotes collaborative relationships between buyers and suppliers, ensuring that the emphasis is not solely on cost but also on value and innovation. Along with preparing and leveraging these changes, public authorities can ensure they maximise the value derived from every procurement decision. ✨ It will be interesting the impact of this in all industries. #procurement #construction Mace

The delay to the Procurement Act has generated mixed reactions in the Procurement community... The Act will now come into effect in February 2025 🔔 Whether you're relieved by the extra preparation time or frustrated at the deadline extension, continuing to prepare for the changes is crucial. Look out for updates & events from our Public Sector specialists coming soon. #ProcurementAct #PublicSector #ProcurementNews

⏰ The countdown to the Procurement Act has been extended! The Cabinet Office has announced in a written statement today that the Procurement Act 2023, originally due to come into force on 28 October 2024, will now do so on Monday 24 February 2025. The Government intends to make regulations to implement the new date. The change in timings follows a decision that the National Procurement Policy Statement (NPPS), published in May 2024, needs to be updated to reflect the new government's priorities. The statement explains the short delay is needed in order to complete the work of producing a new NPPS. Read the full statement: https://lnkd.in/eW37B5Vx To gain more insight into the key changes under the Procurement Act, read our 'changing landscape' article series on the Act which covers key points for procurers and suppliers: 👉 https://gowlg.co/4d3tghG #ProcurementAct #PublicSector

Feature: The Procurement Act 2023: a CCS guide to implementing open frameworks The Procurement Act 2023 is currently set to take effect in February, bringing with it a slate of changes to the regulations that govern procurement in the UK – that is, to the rules that dictate the way money is spent on the buying and selling of goods, products and services. With the Procurement Act’s implementation just around the corner, Crown Commercial Service tells you what you need to know. https://lnkd.in/eF_Fcdrd #Procurement #ProcurementAct #GovernmentTechnology

The Government Commercial Function has published a new National Procurement Policy Statement (NPPS) to come into effect alongside the #Procurement Act, setting out the strategic priorities for public procurement and how contracting authorities can support their delivery. Read Juli Lau and Shyann Sheehy's insightful article on this important development: https://bit.ly/3V3jw06 #NPPS #ProcurementLaw

We are nearing the New Public Sector Procurement Act!⚖️ A recent piece of legislation called the Procurement Act aims to modernise and reform public procurement in the UK The Act aims to meet national goals, improve public procurement's efficiency, transparency, and deliver better value for money for Public authorities. At Pragmatics 3D, we fully support and embrace the new National Procurement Act, a transformative step towards more efficient and transparent public contracting. This Act aligns perfectly with our founding vision of delivering cost-effective, bespoke consultancy services to the public sector. The Act's commitment to value for money and opening up opportunities for small businesses and social enterprises resonates with our ethos. We've always believed in the power of cost effective SME driven procurement to drive public benefit and innovation. As we gear up for the 'go-live' date, we're excited to support and navigate these changes alongside our public sector partners, ensuring that every pound spent goes further for our communities. For more information, BlueLight Commercial offers an extensive summary on their website detailing what to anticipate from the new procurement act before it goes live. #PublicProcurement #ProcurementReform #PublicSectorInnovation #SMEs #ValueForMoney #Transparency #PublicSectorEfficiency #GovernmentContracts #PublicSectorConsulting #ProcurementAct2023 https://lnkd.in/eiX6ETjP

Another article from our series on how public procurement rules are changing - these are perfect bite sized reads for those gearing up for October