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NAO - framework agreements don't achieve competition!

Naomi Clews Consultancy

​The UK Government procured 72% of its large contracts through framework agreements in 2021-22 compared to 43% in 2018-19. Contracts Finder ​ ​ The NAO found that Central Government does not take advantage of the data it collects to understand more about competition and gain further benefits.

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Updating the UNCITRAL Model Procurement Law for “Green Procurement”

Public Procurement Intl

That opposition stems partly from the steep costs of compiling greenhouse gas emissions data, and from the uncertain impact that barring “non-compliant” contractors would have on the U.S. government’s supplier base.

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Key guidance notes released in build up to Procurement Act 2023

VWV

Transitional and Saving Arrangements - This sets out the transitional arrangements for existing procurements, framework agreements and dynamic purchasing systems, which will generally continue under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, and guidance for deciding when the Act applies to new procurements. Invalid Input Send my message

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Enhancing Competition in Public Procurement: Lessons from the NAO Report

Tracker Intelligence

One of the most pressing issues is the over-reliance on framework agreements by central government departments. Instead of opening the doors for a competitive market, framework agreements can sometimes act as a gatekeeper, keeping new entrants out.

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Scottish Procurement Vlog – September 2024

Scottish Government Procurement

The aim of the platform is to support data-driven procurement decisions. We are keen to promote the benefits of the platform across more public bodies and to get everyone’s data on board, so please get in touch if you would like to find out more. The guidance focuses on the use of AI for bidders.