Article 3: Procurement Has Changed: What the New Rules Mean for Social Care Providers

Public procurement in England has entered a new phase. While this article focuses on England and the Procurement Act 2023, similar themes are emerging across Wales and Scotland through their own procurement frameworks and policy guidance. Although the legislation differs, commissioners across all three nations are placing increased emphasis on quality, governance, transparency, and deliverability.…

Article 1: Why Good Care Providers Still Lose Tender Marks

And how to strengthen your tender responses Winning tenders is not simply about knowing your own organisation. Commissioners already assume that providers understand their services. What they are assessing is whether that knowledge translates into clear, structured, and evidenced responses that align precisely with what they are commissioning. Experience reviewing tender submissions across England, Scotland,…