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Jun 28 2024

Net Zero Month Summary

Reflecting on My Net Zero June Journey 🌱 At the beginning of this month, I embarked on a personal challenge to scrutinize my carbon footprint and implement four strategic pillars that I believed w...

Jun 27 2024

A round up of Positive Actions

One immediate action that a small business can take is to begin tracking its carbon footprint to understand the primary sources of emissions within its operations. This can be achieved through tool...

Jun 26 2024

Measuring Emissions for SMEs: A Comprehensive Guide

For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) committed to sustainability, accurately measuring emissions is crucial. Understanding and managing carbon footprints helps SMEs reduce their environmen...

Jun 25 2024

Building Net Zero into Local Government Contracts

Local government procurement managers play a crucial role in driving sustainability through public sector contracts. By embedding net zero objectives into procurement processes, they can significan...

Jun 24 2024

PPN 06/21 - Government Requirements for Carbon Reduction in Major Contracts

Procurement Policy Note (PPN) 06/21 is a pivotal guideline issued by the UK government, setting forth requirements for considering environmental aspects in the procurement of major contracts. It sp...

Jun 21 2024

Carbon Reduction Plans - How to Develop and Implement Them

Developing and implementing a Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP) is essential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) aiming to minimize their environmental impact and align with global sustainabili...

Jun 20 2024

Financial Savings - Energy-Efficient Solutions That Save Money

In the realm of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), financial prudence is as crucial as operational efficiency. One of the most strategic ways to enhance both is through the adoption of ener...

Jun 19 2024

Innovative Technology - Emerging Technologies Supporting Low-Carbon Goals

In today's fast-paced world, technology plays a pivotal role in driving sustainability and helping businesses achieve low-carbon goals. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly po...

Jun 18 2024

Carbon Literacy - Training Programs to Educate Teams

As businesses increasingly commit to reducing their carbon footprints, carbon literacy training is becoming a crucial tool in their sustainability strategies. Carbon literacy involves understanding...

Jun 17 2024

Market Growth - Trends in Low-Carbon Business Opportunities

The transition to a low-carbon economy is not just an environmental imperative but also a growing economic opportunity. For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), understanding and tapping into...

Jun 14 2024

Compliance Strategies - Meeting Regulatory and Voluntary Reporting Needs

For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), navigating the complexities of environmental regulations and voluntary sustainability reporting can be daunting. However, compliance is not just about...

Jun 13 2024

Stakeholder Engagement - Educating Customers and Staff on Climate Goals

Effective stakeholder engagement is crucial for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) aiming to meet their climate goals. As businesses increasingly recognize the importance of sustainability,...

Jun 12 2024

Continuous Improvement - Monitoring and Enhancing Carbon Reduction Plans

For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), establishing a carbon reduction plan is just the beginning. The real challenge—and opportunity—lies in the ongoing process of monitoring and enhancing...

Jun 11 2024

Achieving Net Zero: Strategies for Remote-Working SMEs in Software and Consulting

For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly in sectors like software development and consulting, the shift toward remote work presents both challenges and opportunities in achieving...

Jun 10 2024

ESG Reporting - How to Integrate Net Zero Goals into ESG Strategies

Integrating net zero goals into Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies is essential for SMEs aiming to showcase their commitment to sustainability. This integration enhances transpa...

Jun 06 2024

Public Sector Contracts - The Role of SMEs in Government Tenders

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are vital to the UK economy and play a significant role in public sector procurement. With the government striving to support SMEs through its procurement...

Jun 05 2024

NHS Procurement Guidelines - Opportunities for SMEs to Become NHS Suppliers through Compliance

The NHS is one of the largest procurement entities in the UK, with vast opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to become valued suppliers. The NHS's recent procurement guidelin...

Jun 04 2024

Importance of Net Zero - Why Small Businesses Should Prioritise It for Future Success

In the UK business landscape, net zero is not merely a goal but a fundamental shift necessary for sustainability and future growth. For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK, prioriti...

Jun 03 2024

Making June our Net Zero Month

I’m thrilled to share that I’ve decided to dedicate the entire month of June to achieving a personal goal: living a net-zero lifestyle. As someone passionate about sustainability and the environmen...

Dec 06 2023

Procurement Act 2023 - Knowledge Drop for Suppliers

This series of Knowledge Drops is designed to provide an overview of the Procurement Act 2023.

Aug 18 2023

Feedback Sought on The Procurement (Transparency) Regulations

The ongoing public consultation on the Procurement (Transparency) Regulations provides a clearer picture of the upcoming UK central digital platform for procurement notices and contract registration.

Aug 15 2023

Throw your bids a lifeline....

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Aug 15 2023

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May 26 2023

The NHS and Net Zero Targets. - What you need to know

As part of the UK government’s Net Zero Strategy, significant carbon reduction targets have been set for the NHS. Current NHS ‘net zero’ targets will place escalating ESG obligations on its supplie...

May 03 2023

April 2023 - Procurement Bill Update

The Cabinet Office update from April confirms that the Procurement Bill "will now proceed to Report and then Third Reading,"

Apr 03 2023

The Procurement Bill, which has been making its way through the legislative process, has received an update.

The Procurement Bill, which has been making its way through the legislative process, has received an update. The bill's goal is to simplify and modernise procurement rules and procedures for govern...

Mar 23 2023

Non-compliance of a RWIND tenderer ("reasonably well informed and normally diligent). Dont Assume.

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗹𝗮𝘄 𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 - 𝗿𝗲𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝗻𝗼𝗻-𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿. 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗧𝗵�...

Mar 17 2023

Suppliers will need to be aware of a new Government Procurement Policy

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲 (𝗣𝗣𝗡) 𝟬𝟮/𝟮𝟯 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗦𝗹𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀

Mar 15 2023

It pays to read the small print and give yourself plenty of time when submitting tenders.

It pays to read the small print and give yourself plenty of time when submitting tenders. A recent law case has highlighted the need for suppliers to read the tender documentation thoroughly and ad...

Mar 11 2023

The Cabinet Office release a new SSQ. Is your SQ response up-to date?

Is your SQ response up-to date? Contact us for a review. Don’t be caught out with these new changes. New Standard Selection Questionnaire (SQ) Published this week. Authorities must implement on Apr...

Mar 02 2023

UK Procurement and Transparency Changes in 2023.

UK Procurement and Transparency Changes in 2023. PPN/01/23 Requirements to Publish on Contracts Finder.

Feb 28 2023

What will change in UK Procurement in 2023

In the coming years, there are a few potential developments that might have an impact on the UK's procurement environment.

Feb 26 2023

NHS Procurement

In this article, we will look at how the NHS spends its money, and how it procures goods and services.

Feb 26 2023

UK Local Government Procurement and Spend Overview.

Introduction to UK Local Government Procurement and how it is governed.

Feb 26 2023

UK Public Sector Procurement Bill

The United Kingdom has recently announced major changes to its public contract regulations with the introduction of the Procurement Bill in Parliament