Sector-Specific Opportunities: Healthcare, Education, Defence and More
The UK’s public sector is one of the most valuable markets in the world, with a colossal annual spend of approximately £434 billion. This figure represents a landscape rich with opportunity for ambitious suppliers. Yet for many, navigating this terrain feels like a formidable challenge. The sheer scale and diversity of public spending can be […]
Free vs. Paid tender portals: which is right for your business?
The UK public sector represents one of the most significant opportunities for business growth, with tens of thousands of contracts awarded annually. Yet, for many ambitious suppliers, the path to securing this work is anything but clear. The landscape is a complex patchwork of different websites, databases, and portals, each requiring separate monitoring. Many of […]
How to Use Tracker Intelligence to Find Public Sector Opportunities Faster
The UK public sector represents one of the most valuable markets for businesses, with billions of pounds in contracts awarded annually. Yet for many organisations, accessing this lucrative market feels like an uphill battle. The process of finding relevant public sector opportunities is often manual, time-consuming, and frustrating, leaving bid teams feeling overwhelmed and uncertain. […]
Top platforms for finding public sector contracts in the UK
The UK public sector represents one of the most stable and lucrative markets for businesses, yet navigating its complex landscape of tenders and contracts can feel like a full-time job. For many organisations, the procurement process involved in securing public sector contracts presents a significant challenge, requiring careful management and strategic planning. For ambitious companies, […]
Why Preliminary Notices Are the Hidden Advantage in Public Procurement
In public procurement, timing is everything. The earlier you understand buyer intent, the better you can position your business to win. But too many suppliers only start engaging when a contract notice goes live — and by then, it’s often too late. Preliminary notices act as an advance notice to suppliers, providing early public information […]
IT and Digital Procurement Trends – Secure Your Next Tech Contract
The Rapid Evolution of IT and Digital Procurement Public sector digital transformation isn’t a future vision—it’s already underway. New technologies and digital tools are driving the evolution of IT and digital procurement, enabling organisations to increase efficiency and transform their operations. In 2023 alone, UK public sector spend on digital and data projects reached £26 […]
Understanding the Procurement Act in Action: Practical Lessons for Suppliers from Carl Thomas
As the Procurement Act 2023 begins to reshape the UK’s public procurement landscape, suppliers across the country are navigating a period of significant transition. On 6 August 2025, Tracker and Procurement Act Live hosted an exclusive webinar with Carl Thomas, Implementation and Governance Lead at the Welsh Government, to explore how the Act is being […]
UK Budget 2025 Predictions: What Public Sector Suppliers Should Expect
As anticipation builds around the UK Budget 2025, suppliers across the public sector are watching closely. With sweeping Procurement Act reforms in full effect, a fresh Spending Review unveiled, and sectoral transformations underway in health, defence, and local government, this year’s budget will have lasting implications for the UK supplier landscape. The government set spending […]