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Navigating the Public Sector Buying Process in Lancashire

October 16th 2024 12:00

Booking ends October 16th 2024

5340 Brookpark Road, Old Brooklyn, Cuyahoga County, 44134

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Overview

This webinar aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the public sector buying process, with a specific focus on governance processes within councils both pre-procurement and at the completion of the evaluation process.

Agenda

1. Introduction (3 minutes)

  • Welcome and introduction of the speaker, Vicky Poole.
  • Overview of the webinar objectives and structure.
2. Overview of Public Sector Procurement (5 minutes)

  • Definition and importance of public sector procurement.
  • Key differences between public and private sector procurement.
3. Governance Processes Pre-Procurement (7 minutes)

  • Needs Assessment and Approval: How councils identify and approve procurement needs.
  • Market Research and Engagement: Steps taken to understand the market and engage potential suppliers.
  • Developing Procurement Strategies: Formulating strategies that align with council policies and objectives.
  • Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating risks before the procurement process begins.
4. Tendering and Evaluation Process (5 minutes)

  • Publishing Tenders: Steps involved in creating and publishing tender documents.
  • Bid Submission and Opening: Procedures for receiving and opening bids.
  • Evaluation Criteria: How bids are evaluated against set criteria.
5. Governance Processes Post-Evaluation (7 minutes)

  • Evaluation and Decision-Making: How councils ensure transparency and fairness in the evaluation process.
  • Awarding Contracts: Steps taken to award contracts and notify successful and unsuccessful bidders.
  • Contract Management and Compliance: Ensuring compliance with contract terms and managing supplier performance.
  • Feedback and Debriefing: Providing feedback to bidders and conducting debriefing sessions.
6. Best Practices for Suppliers (3 minutes)

  • Building strong relationships with council buyers.
  • Crafting compelling tender responses.
  • Leveraging feedback and debriefing sessions for continuous improvement.
7. Q&A Session (5 minutes)

  • Open floor for participants to ask questions and engage with the speaker
Learning Objective

Key Takeaways:

  • Comprehensive understanding of the public sector buying process.
  • Insight into governance processes within councils both pre-procurement and post-evaluation.
  • Best practices for engaging with council buyers and submitting successful tenders.
Target Audience:

  • Business development managers
  • Proposal writers
  • Sales teams
  • Anyone involved in or interested in public sector procurement
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