Category Archives: Features

‘We’ve got to keep going’ says OGC efficiency chief

The Office of Government Commerce will crack down on government departments that fail to take up the best deals.

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‘Unworkable’ contracts put pressure on purchasers

The government’s approach to supplier contracts is “unworkable” and places purchasers in an impossible position, according to a former senior Whitehall buyer.

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Accounts committee criticises government’s record

The procurement process must not be skipped or rushed and more purchasing expertise is needed at the contract design stage.

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Rescue services told: ‘team-up to improve’

Fire and rescue services need to “rigorously” improve procurement practices to ensure they are getting better value for money.

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