Information for Suppliers
The Procurement Act 2023 comes into effect on 24th February 2025 and introduces several significant changes that will impact suppliers.
Here's a brief summary -
- Central Digital Platform: A new central digital platform (CDP) will be launched to make it easier for suppliers to find and bid for contracts; ensure your business is registered on the new platform.
- Simplified Bidding Processes: The Act aims to simplify and streamline the bidding process, making it easier for suppliers, especially small businesses and social enterprises, to bid for contracts.
- Increased Transparency: There will be greater transparency in procurement processes, with contracting authorities required to provide consistent feedback and publish notices.
- Performance Evaluation: Suppliers will be evaluated based on key performance indicators (KPIs), and their performance will be monitored.
- Debarment List: A public debarment list will be introduced, preventing suppliers who have committed excludable offences from bidding for future work.
The Cabinet Office has published valuable information and resources to assist suppliers in their preparation -
Useful Links:
Videos:
Knowledge Drops - The Official Transforming Public Procurement Knowledge Drops - GOV.UK
- KD3: Knowledge Drop for Suppliers part 1:
- KD3: Knowledge Drop for Suppliers part 2:
- KD3: Knowledge Drop for Suppliers part 3:
A video message from Gareth Rhys Williams, Government Chief Commercial Officer, for suppliers
A summary guide for suppliers
N.B. The original go-live date of 28th October 2024 was delayed as a result of the general election in July 2024.
Any additional information relevant to the Procurement Act 2023 and ongoing procurement activity at NIE Networks can be found on our website.