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Local Government Reorganisation (LGR): What It Means, Timelines and What Councils Should Do Next

06/03/2026 Local government reorganisation (LGR) refers to structural changes that replace the two-tier council model with single-tier unitary authorities. As part [...] Read More

Road Investment Strategy 3 Explained: RIS3 Priorities, Timeline and Funding

04/03/2026 What is Road Investment Strategy 3 (RIS3)? The Road Investment Strategy 3 (RIS 3) is the UK Government’s third long-term [...] Read More

Competitive Flexible Procedure

23/10/2025 With the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) now in place, two new procedures sit at the centre of this reform: the Open Procedure and the Competitive [...] Read More

Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023

22/10/2025 Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023 The Levelling Up and Regeneration Act (LURA) became law in 2023. The legislation was [...] Read More

Labour’s Spending Review: Why collaboration will be essential to meeting Government targets

26/06/2025 The 2025 Spending Review, announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, outlines the government’s strategic priorities for infrastructure and the built environment. [...] Read More

Driving Success Through Public-Private Partnerships: A Roundtable Discussion on Collaboration for Growth and Innovation

26/06/2025 As part of UKREiiF 2025, Procure Partnerships Framework hosted a high-level roundtable discussion exploring the critical role of public-private collaboration [...] Read More

How Frameworks and Early Contractor Involvement Can Reduce Project Costs

03/06/2025 Evolving regulations, unstable supply chains, workforce shortages, economic instability and sustainability targets are just some procurement challenges that make construction [...] Read More

Why You’re Losing Bidders: Insights for Local Authorities

27/05/2025 Are your local authority construction tenders receiving fewer bids than expected? Here at Procure Partnerships Framework, we help public sector [...] Read More

How the New Procurement Act Will Affect Social Value

16/04/2025 In February, the new Procurement Act 2023 came into effect. Its purpose is to improve and streamline the way procurement [...] Read More

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Having undertaken a two-stage mini competition via Procure Partnerships within 22-23, I found the process to be very flexible and the framework representatives very supportive and responsive. The two-stage approach worked very well for a complex, high-specification build without a specification/level of detail and the available suppliers within the region/value band submitted robust bids. Capital Procurement Manager, Gloucestershire Shared Service For NHS
Manchester Metropolitan University have successfully procured a number of contractors and professional services providers through the Procure Partnership framework agreements for some of our high profile projects, including a number of work experience opportunities for students through the Social Value commitment. Assistant Director of Procurement, Manchester Metropolitan University
Procure Partnerships Framework has provided a flexible solution to procurement, which has enabled the University to access the right fit contractors, despite time constraints. The Framework team are always quick to respond to queries and advise on the most effective procurement strategy for each of our projects. Head of Procurement, Teeside University
Working with Procure Partnerships Framework has been great from the very beginning. They took the time to ensure that we were comfortable and up to speed with the processes of procurement at each stage, even providing us with guidance and training on what a good tender looks like. Their ongoing project delivery support ensured a robust tender list of quality contractors and allowed us to swiftly make appointments that meet our financial regulations. Head of Department: Projects, Bradford College
I have been using Procure Partnerships Framework on a number of key construction projects. Procure Partnerships have been responsive, proactive and focused on delivering for the client. The framework encompasses a wide range of construction disciplines, and their client relationship management is outstanding. Procurement Lead, Basildon Borough Council

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