Changes in procurement rules to ‘Make it Easier’ to bid for work with Taff and the wider public sector.
What is happening?
On the 24th February 2025 Public Procurement rules are changing and will shape how Taff and other public bodies buy Goods and Services in the future. The changes are aimed at removing some of the barriers that SME’s face when bidding for contracts and improving transparency around procurement and contract performance.
What are the benefits?
- Greater standardisation and streamlining of procurement processes
- A Central Digital Platform has been designed in Wales to allow a ‘Tell us once approach’ for key Supplier information
- Greater transparency and improved oversight of procurement decisions
- Strengthening payment term
What can suppliers do to prepare?
Follow the links below for more information
The Procurement Act 2023 – A short guide for suppliers
Information and guidance for suppliers
From 24th February 2025, suppliers will be able to register on the central digital platform – the new enhanced Find a Tender service.
To help prospective suppliers and other stakeholders prepare, GOV.UK have published video guides with accompanying PDF user manuals. These guides will give you an overview of the platform, the registration process, and the information you will be asked to provide so that when the time comes your registration will be straightforward.
Below is a link to access guides for suppliers on How to Register your organisation and first administrator on Find a Tende in three easy steps.
GOV.UK - A guide for suppliers
Are there any training resources Suppliers can access?
The Crown Procurement Service has created a series of useful knowledge drops for suppliers. These are short videos that are available to everyone.
Knowledge Drop for Suppliers Part 1
Knowledge Drop for Suppliers Part 2
Knowledge Drop for Suppliers Part 3
We will update this page with further information as it becomes available, and if you would like more information about our procurement processes or how to work with us, please get in touch.
