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Why use the Frameworks?

 

The Frameworks provide a fully compliant alternative to the OJEU process, enabling faster, easier and cheaper procurement for any UK public sector organisation.

The benefits

  • Any public sector organisation can access the Frameworks for free
  • Average savings of £70k-£100k compared to running a full OJEU process 
  • The average OJEU timetable of 6-9 months is reduced to 4 weeks or less
  • No full tenders to assess - suppliers can be appointed through mini-competitions or direct appointments
  • Pre-agreed Terms and Conditions provide solid contractual safeguards and reduced professional legal costs, while allowing amendments to suit particular projects
  • There is no limit to the value of projects that can be procured
  • They are a fully compliant alternative to the OJEU process, as all suppliers have been appointed to the framework through a rigorous OJEU competition
  • The collective buying power of the whole public sector is used to procure suppliers at the most competitive rate possible – clearly demonstrating Best Value
  • On-line tender, order and e-Commerce facilities are available through the Buying Solutions website
  • Continuous improvement, delivery excellence and best practice are built in to the framework management systems
  • Our dedicated Buying Solutions support team is available to help you use the frameworks.

Using Government Procurement Service Frameworks results in faster, easier and cheaper procurement of the best suppliers in the industry.

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