The Procurement Act 2023 marks a significant shift in how the public sector buys and engages with its supply chain. This is much more than just an update to regulations.

Buyers need to understand not just what has changed because of the Act, but how they can effectively use those changes to ensure their spend achieves the maximum value.

The Procurement Act Consultancy Support Packages provide contracting authorities with access to the knowledge and skills they need to maximise the benefits of the Act. While there is substantial coverage of what the Procurement Act is, this support enables buyers to go deeper into how the Act can transform their procurement and commercial activity.

Free Procurement Act Readiness Assessment

Assess your organisation’s readiness for the Procurement Act 2023 with our free online assessment. This quick and easy tool will help you identify areas of strength and opportunities for improvement.

Comprehensive Consultancy Packages

1-Day Consultancy Package

  • Format: Available both in-person and online
  • Description: The one-day course is a knowledge-based event, designed to test your understanding of the Procurement Act and where the changes can drive efficiency and value within your procurement function or organisation. It includes an evaluation of your current knowledge and readiness before exploring key areas of the Act that buyers should be leveraging. By the end of the course, you will have enhanced your understanding of the Act and identified where your organisation can benefit.

2-Day Consultancy Package

  • Format: Available both in-person and online
  • Description: The two-day course builds on the knowledge gained from the one-day course with a strong focus on skills development within procurement and commercial functions. If your organisation already sells to the public sector, the Act will affect your chances of retaining existing contracts as buyers have more options and freedoms to explore the market. In addition to the foundations covered in day one, this course supports buyers in understanding how supplier behaviours and approaches will be affected by the Act – and how to navigate those changes to ensure your organisation benefits.

Monthly Online Training Events

Stay ahead of the curve with our monthly online training events. Each session is designed to provide you with the latest insights and practical knowledge on the Procurement Act 2023. Our interactive webinars cover a range of topics, including compliance requirements, best practices, and case studies.

Join our community of professionals and ensure your organisation is fully prepared.

FAQs

Here are our FAQs for suppliers to help answer common questions about the Procurement Act.

Guides

Useful guides from the Cabinet Office for suppliers and buyers

Webinars

Discover how the Procurement Act 2023 will transform public sector procurement and gain expert insights on key changes, opportunities, and strategies to thrive.

Procurement Act Live 2025

Have you registered yet? Please join us at our Advice & Support Centre which will help you navigate the complexities of the new Procurement Act and make the most of the opportunities it presents. The Centre Will Offer:
  • Expert Guidance: Engage with a team of procurement specialists who will be on hand to provide personalised advice and support tailored to your specific needs.
  • Resource Hub: Access a wealth of resource to help you stay compliant and competitive.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry peers, share experiences, and build valuable relationships that can support your procurement journey.

Free Procurement Act Readiness Assessment (Supplier)

1. Please choose the sector that is most important to your business

2. How would you describe your organisation’s understanding of the Procurement Act 2023?

3. To the best of your understanding, what percentage of your public sector sales comes from England, Wales or Northern Ireland?

4. To the best of your understanding, how many of your existing contracts with the public sector are due to expire in the next 12 months?

5. To the best of your understanding, what is your average contract value?

6. To the best of your understanding, what percentage of your public sector contracts are through framework agreements or Dynamic Marketplaces (previously 'DPS')

7. How aware are stakeholders within your organisation (outside of the bidding/sales/work winning  function) of the upcoming changes?

8. Which statement best describes your organisation’s capacity to make quick changes to adapt to the Procurement Act?

9. Have you reviewed any existing public sector contracts you have to determine whether the Procurement Act represents risks to potential renewal?

10. In the past 12 months (or during the life of a contract) have you pro-actively approached a public sector customer to discuss how additional value could be achieved in their contract with you?

11. Have you engaged with your current public sector customers to discuss their readiness for the Procurement Act?

12. Are you familiar with the requirements of National Procurement Policy Statement?

13. Does your organisation have a social value offering that it can clearly articulate and deliver that is aligned to the National Procurement Policy Statement?

14. How would you describe your understanding of the Competitive Flexible Procedure (CFP)?

15. How confident do you feel in your team’s current skill level to conduct presentations, dialogue or negotiation under CFP if required?

16. Do you understand how the Procurement Act can be used to create a competitive advantage for your organisation?

Free Procurement Act Readiness Assessment (Buyer)

1. Please choose your sector

2. How would you describe your organisation’s understanding of the Procurement Act 2023?

3. How aware are stakeholders within your organisation (outside of the procurement function) of the changes?

4. Which statement below best describes the level of engagement that you have you had with your supply chain, specifically related to the Procurement Act?

5. Have you updated all of your current procurement manuals/processes/documentation to align with the Procurement Act?

6. Have you revised existing Contract Standing Orders and other relevant policy and guidance to be compliant with the Procurement Act?

7. To the best of your knowledge, what percentage of your existing contracts are due to expire in the 12 months after commencement of the Procurement Act?

8. Have you tested and validated that your eSourcing provider is fully compliant with the requirements of the Procurement Act and has the required forms and functionality to manage your tendering and contract management activity – including an established and tested API link to the Central Digital Platform?

9. To best of your knowledge, to what extent does your organisation rely upon framework agreements and what are now known as Dynamic Marketplaces for its tendering activity?

10. Are you familiar with your obligations in regard to the National Procurement Policy Statement ?

11. Do you have a plan to amend your approach to social value and sustainability considerations within your procurement practices to meet the requirements of the National Procurement Policy Statement?

12. How experienced is your procurement function in conducting preliminary market engagement as part of your tendering process?

13. For procurement activity taking place after 24 February 2025, have you established KPIs for supplier performance that you intend to adopt?

14. How would you describe your understanding of the Competitive Flexible Procedure (CFP)?

15. How confident do you feel in your team’s current skill level to conduct presentations, dialogue or negotiation under CFP if required?

16. Are your procurement team familiar with each of the new Procurement Act notice forms and where/when these should be used?

Please leave your details and we will be in touch to discuss your procurement requirements. 

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