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This page provides support for small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) on bidding for government contracts.
How public sector senior commissioners can apply for professional development opportunities through the new academy.
This guidance provides an overview of how to set up a new arm’s length body, through to the first review period.
This guidance sets out the different categories of the UK’s public bodies in a public bodies handbook.
Understand the characteristics of executive agencies and the processes for creating and reviewing them.
On the 29th November, the Mystery Shopper Service was renamed the Public Procurement Review Service.
Guidance and frequently asked questions about the Two Stage Open Book model of construction procurement.
This procurement policy note gives guidance supporting the Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012.
This note explains how commercial staff in contracting authorities can provide references for suppliers.
Setting up a new arm's length body, including considerations about classification, structure and different delivery models.
Definitions for a series of commonly requested operational management information.
Guidance and frequently asked questions about the Integrated Project Insurance model of construction procurement.
This procurement policy note is to remind departments of their legal obligations under the Public Sector Equality Duty.
This note provides practical advice on implementing government’s obligations under Article 6, on energy efficient procurement.
This Procurement Policy Note (PPN) [and guidance / documents] is now out of date
This procurement policy note is now out of date.
The sponsorship specialism group provides a framework that can help develop your skills as a sponsor by bringing together policy and delivery skills.
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