In addition to advertising for contracts above a certain value, we are currently looking at the way in which we publicise contracts. We have a register on our website where you can find out about opportunities and let us know if you are likely to be interested.
If a contract value means that it needs to be advertised, we will publish it in at least one local, national and / or trade newspaper, and in specialised and trade journals if appropriate.
If it is value above the EU threshold for the relevant type of contract, it will be advertised in the Official Journal of The European Commission. The journal is only available via the internet (http://ted.publications.eu.int/official)
The advertisement will summarise the service we require, the relevant timescales and deadlines, and will ask for expressions of interest.
We may also send copies to contractors we expect might be interested in the contract.
We do not keep approved lists of suppliers.