Introduction to Public Procurement

This publication, intended for those with little or no experience of public procurement, will provide you with an overview of the key principles of achieving value for money through public procurement, an outline of the legal and policy boundaries within which public sector procurement must operate, and an overview of the approach to be taken for different types of procurement. 

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Introduction to Public Procurement (PDF, 994KB)

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The Legal Framework
In this section you'll find a detailed explanation of the legal framework you must work within.

Key Policy Principles
In this section you'll find the key policies you must adhere to including value for money, collaboration and sustainability.

How to Buy
In this section you'll find step-by-step journeys, practical tips and useful guidance and templates.

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