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Free public procurement course for businesses

Government has launched an on-line procurement course “Winning the Contract”.

This is a FREE resource to help businesses (and in particular SMEs) learn about public procurement and how to bid for public sector contracts. The course can be accessed via the Business Link webpage at: www.businesslink.gov.uk/procurement

Recently launched the on-line public procurement course “Winning the Contract” is a free resource to help businesses learn about public procurement and how to bid for public sector contracts.

The course is available via the Business Link webpage at www.businesslink.gov.uk/procurement

"The course introduces businesses to the key procurement processes, including:

  • identifying the advantages and disadvantages of dealing with public bodies
  • understanding how different types of contracts are defined, advertised and dealt with
  • understanding approved supplier lists and framework agreements
  • searching for and finding public sector opportunities
  • identifying the key stages in the tendering process

It also has a useful Resource section, case studies, and a Hints and Tips download.