Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Public sector procurement relies heavily on framework agreements as a streamlined purchasing tool for goods and services. These agreements take on even greater importance under the Procurement Act 2023, with greater emphasis on transparency, competition and sustainability. What Are Framework Agreements?

Framework Agreement 52

Framework Agreement Procurement Supplier Tender 52

Scottish Government Procurement

APRIL 8, 2024

For the first time ever, the Supplier Development Programme is pleased to announce that all four of the Procurement Centres of Expertise (CoE) are taking part in Meet the Buyer National , at Hampden Park, Glasgow on 5 June and they will be ready to talk procurement frameworks! What is a Framework?

Buyers 67

Buyers Framework Agreement Supplier Procurement 67

Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Tender Framework Agreement 52

Scottish Government Procurement

JUNE 24, 2024

Framework Public Bodies are encouraged to complete the RFI and confirm their interest in participating in a User Intelligence Group (UIG) for the new procurement exercise. The relet action is well underway and the new arrangement will form part of Scotland Excel’s cluster call-off from the CCS Framework.

Collaboration 67

Collaboration E-catalogue Framework Agreement E-procurement 67

University of Bristol

APRIL 6, 2020

Where unforeseeable and extremely urgent circumstances not attributable to the contracting authority arise, public procurement rules get out of the way to free public buyers up to do all they can to get the required supplies and equipment.

Procurement 52

Procurement Public Procurement Joint Procurement Buyers 52

Scottish Government Procurement

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Their portfolio of commercial agreements includes utilities, ICT (information, computing and technology), corporate and professional services, supported businesses and construction – from 2024. This is an update on the national collaborative frameworks and contracts we offer to public sector buyers in Scotland.

Collaboration 40

Collaboration Framework Agreement Supplier Purchasing 40

Scottish Government Procurement

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Their portfolio of commercial agreements includes utilities, ICT (information, computing and technology), corporate and professional services, supported businesses and construction – from 2024. This is an update on the national collaborative frameworks and contracts we offer to public sector buyers in Scotland.

Collaboration 44

Collaboration Framework Agreement Supplier Purchasing 44