Procurement

From the 24 February 2025, the legislation that governs how we buy things and work with suppliers is changing. If you spend money on the Council’s behalf, this will affect you in some way.

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Check whether any special conditions may apply before buying goods or services for the council.

What you need to do if you're buying very low risk goods or services with a total value of less than £10,000 (ten thousand)

The council's procurement strategy, service offer, category chart, policy and procedures when buying goods and services.

The procurement waiver process is needed if you have to buy something outside of the usual procurement and commercial rules.

Medium risk and high-risk purchases cover all planned spends of more than £100,000 (one hundred thousand) in total, including possible extension periods and VAT. 

Contract management is about making sure the original requirements and objectives of the contract are met.