We currently buy a wide range of goods, works and services which support both day-to-day frontline services and major building works such as the schools modernisation programme and HomeHappening. Whilst we must secure best value for these, we must also be accountable to the public and must conduct business openly, fairly and in a way that can be audited.
At the moment each Resource is responsible for procuring goods, works and services but the Strategic Procurement Team co-ordinates Council-wide contracts and contracts with other public sector partners for a range of things such as bottled water, photocopiers, stationery and corporate clothing, and in doing so, maximises savings.
A competitive contract notice is posted on the Council's Buyer Profile when a purchase requiring a tender is identified. You can see this, along with supporting information and documents, on our Procurement portal (this link will open in a new window).
Simply register your company details then you will be given a username and password. Each contract will have a tender access code number (TAC code) which you will need to access the tender documentation. If you experience any problems, contact the Delta Helpdesk or call 0845 270 7050.