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Procurement Act15 March 2026 · 8 min read

Understanding the Procurement Act 2023: What Suppliers Need to Know

The Procurement Act 2023 is the biggest change to UK public procurement in a decade. Here is what it means for suppliers bidding for public sector contracts.

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Bid Writing9 min read

How to Write a Winning NHS Tender Response

NHS procurement is competitive, process-heavy and unforgiving of poor structure. Here is a step-by-step guide to writing tender responses that score highly.

28 March 2026Read
Procurement Act6 min read

UK Public Sector Procurement Thresholds 2026

The Procurement Act 2023 changed how UK public sector contracts are advertised and awarded. Here are the current thresholds every supplier needs to know.

25 March 2026Read
Bid Writing7 min read

Social Value in Public Sector Bids: A Practical Guide

Social value scoring has become a decisive factor in public sector procurement. Here is how to build a credible social value offer that actually wins marks.

22 March 2026Read
Frameworks8 min read

G-Cloud Explained: A Supplier's Guide to the Digital Marketplace

G-Cloud is how public sector buyers purchase cloud services without running a tender. Here is everything suppliers need to know about getting listed and winning business.

18 March 2026Read
Frameworks7 min read

Crown Commercial Service Frameworks Explained

CCS frameworks are used by thousands of public sector buyers to purchase without running individual tenders. Here is how they work and how suppliers get onto them.

15 March 2026Read
Getting Started6 min read

How to Find Public Sector Contracts: A Complete Guide for Suppliers

From Contracts Finder to Find a Tender Service — a complete guide to where UK public sector contracts are published and how to find the right ones for your business.

10 March 2026Read
Bid Writing7 min read

10 Bid Writing Tips That Will Improve Your Win Rate

After analysing hundreds of winning and losing bids, here are the ten most impactful changes you can make to your tender responses.

5 March 2026Read
Frameworks5 min read

Framework Agreements vs Open Tenders: Which Should You Prioritise?

Framework agreements and open tenders are both routes to public sector revenue. Understanding the differences helps you allocate your time more effectively.

28 February 2026Read
Bid Writing6 min read

The Bid / No Bid Decision: How to Stop Wasting Time on Contracts You Cannot Win

One of the biggest drains on bid teams is writing responses for contracts they were never going to win. Here is a structured framework for making smarter bid decisions.

20 February 2026Read

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