Supplying the council

Our procurement processes are governed by UK procurement legislation and at a local level through our own contract rules which are part of ’s the council constitution.

The contract rules assist officers in achieving good and compliant procurement, and to ensure that we obtain value for money and fulfil our duty of best value in all our procurement activity. 

The council’s procurement strategy is currently under review. It will set out our priorities, objectives and approach to procurement activity which meets the needs of the council and its key stakeholders whilst ensuring compliance with the Procurement Act 2023.