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 […]
How Long Does It Take to Award a Tender? Speed & Transparency Metrics by Sector
In public sector sales, timing is everything. For suppliers, understanding when to expect a decision on a bid can make or break planning cycles, resource allocation, and cash flow forecasting. Yet one of the most common questions from suppliers remains deceptively simple: “How long does it take to award a tender?” The short answer: it […]
Top 5 Public Procurement Sectors by Tender Volume in 2025
Public procurement in 2025 is not slowing down. Despite economic headwinds and tighter fiscal controls, tender volumes remain high with over 68,000 contracts published in the first half of 2025 and over 48,000 contracts awarded in the first half of 2025, according to our data. This reflects the large number of procurements taking place across […]
Securing High-Value Government Contracts: Best Practices for Pricing, Risk Mitigation, and Negotiation
Securing high-value government contracts—typically those exceeding £5 million—requires a carefully calibrated approach to pricing, risk mitigation, and negotiation. In the UK public sector, where evaluation criteria go beyond cost to include social value, risk, and technical quality, small missteps in pricing or risk strategy can eliminate strong bids. This guide provides a comprehensive roadmap for […]
Integrating ESG and Social Value Criteria into Enterprise-Level Public Sector Bids
There has been a significant shift in the public procurement landscape. The core part of this evolution is the increased focus on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles and social value. They are no longer marginal issues, but rather important elements in winning public contracts. For enterprise-level bidders, particularly those bidding to central government departments […]