Starting 24 February, the Procurement Act 2023 will transform how public bodies purchase goods and services, making it easier for businesses of all sizes, especially small businesses and social enterprises, to bid and collaborate with the public sector.
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Reduced barriers
Fewer bureaucratic hurdles for small businesses and VCSEs, with strengthened 30-day payment terms.Consistent feedback
Public bodies must provide bid assessments for final tenders.Simplified bidding
Easier processes for bidding, negotiating, and partnering with public bodies, including a new ‘competitive flexible’ procedure.Open frameworks
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A new central digital platform will enhance the existing Find a Tender Service, making it easier to find and bid for contracts.
Features include:
- simple registration
- storage of core business details for multiple bids
- free access to search and set up alerts for tenders.
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The new Procurement Review Unit (PRU) will ensure adherence to the Act and safeguard public procurement.
It will include:
- Public Procurement Review Service (PPRS)
- Procurement Compliance Service (PCS)
- Debarment Review Service (DRS).
Getting ready
Learn the act
Check out summary documents and videos on the Transforming Public Procurement page.
Stay updated
See the dedicated supplier page to stay up to date with the latest information.
Knowledge Drops are available
Access videos and training materials for more information, read The Official Transforming Public Procurement Knowledge Drops – GOV.UK. The relevant ones are KD3 and KD3b.
Frequently asked questions
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No, enhancements will be added to the existing Find a Tender service creating the Central Digital Platform.
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No need to update bookmarks; the URL remains the same.
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Yes, re-registration will open closer to February 2025 with guidance provided.
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The notice platform remains free to use.
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Register when ready to bid after the law takes effect.
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No – the new rules will apply to new procurement taking place after 24 February 2025.
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No – Livv will continue to use Proactis (ProContract) for the issue and return of above threshold tenders.
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