Challenging a decision A general guide for the steps to follow in the event that you consider you have grounds to challenge an award. Challenging a decision
State aid This section of the portal is intended as a general guide to assist you in identifying whether State aid may arise on any projects that you are working on. State aid
Toolkit Our document toolkit includes guidance notes and template documents to help you with the procurement process. Toolkit
Procurement FAQs We have over 100 questions and answers on a host of topics, from advertisement to managing a procurement challenge. Procurement FAQs
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13 MARCH 2019 Blog Brexit - deal or no deal guidance on procurement After a turbulent day in Parliament yesterday, there is still little clarity on what will happen on 29 March or whether that timetable will be extended. Share this article
17 DECEMBER 2018 Blog Procurement demystified? The Crown Commercial Service has published a note alerting us to the fact that its "Mystery Shopper" service has undergone a re-launch and is now known as the Public Procurement Review Service. Share this article
18 NOVEMBER 2018 Blog New developments The Court of Appeal has just handed down its judgment in the case of Faraday Development Ltd v West Berkshire Council. This judgment is one of the most important developments in procurement law this year. Share this article
5 NOVEMBER 2018 Blog All bidders are equal, but are some ‘more equal’ than others? One of the questions we are regularly asked is about the operation of the equal treatment principle in a situation where an incumbent provider is taking part in the re-procurement of a contract. Share this article
Which regulations do you need? Get up to speed with the various new procurement law regulations. Public Contracts Regulations 2015 The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 are in force for all procurements commenced on or after 26 February 2015. Find out more Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016 The Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016 was enforced from 18 April 2016, replacing the 2006 regulations of the same name for all in-scope procurements commenced on or after that date. Find out more Concession Contracts Regulations 2016 These regulations apply to the award of works and services concession contracts between a contracting authority/utility and a concessionaire. Find out more If you're not sure which regulations apply, follow the link below: Which regulations apply