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Our contract opportunities are either advertised on our website, in local and national papers, relevant trade journals, or the OJEU where applicable.
There are a number of different procurement procedures and the timeframes for each will depend on how complex the procurement is. More information is available on the procurement procedures page. See Procurement procedures
The OJEU is an acronym for the Official Journal of the European Union. If the value of a contract is above EU thresholds then the contract must be advertised in the tender supplement to OJEU. Some types of services are exempt from this requirement.
The Council operates an approved supplier list for construction projects. All suppliers must be registered with Construction Line to participate. See Construction Line
The Council may set up approved lists for other categories of works, services or supplies in the future. Any opportunities will be advertised on the Buyer Profile as they become available for application. See Approved Supplier Lists
The Council will seek a minimum of three quotations from suppliers registered on an approved supplier list. The company that has offered the best value solution will be awarded the business – it is not always based on lowest price.
Lists are based on a rotation system, so that all suppliers are treated fairly. This means that every supplier should be given an opportunity to bid before a supplier is offered a second bidding opportunity.
Business Link in London officer advice and guidance to small businesses on how to tender for public and private sector contracts. For further information see the Business Link in London website.
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