How to Answer Public Sector Tenders
If you’re wondering how to respond to public tenders so your bid can stand out from the rest and win you new business, Tracker has all the information you need. Winning public sector tenders can be difficult, but one of the best things your business can do to set itself apart from the competition is […]
Latest sales figures for the Digital Marketplace released
Suppliers searching for IT tenders may be interested in the latest sales updates from the Digital Marketplace. The latest sales figures for the Digital Marketplace were released on 10 May 2018. The Digital Marketplace is a government initiative which gives public sector buyers access to a framework of technology and IT suppliers that can […]
Reaching the SME government tenders target by 2020
Back in 2015, the government announced that it planned to increase procurement spend with SMEs. The Cabinet Office announced that, by 2020, it wants £1 of every £3 spent on government contracts to be allocated to SME suppliers, whether directly or as part of the supply chain. Nearly three years later it has been […]
Construction Procurement and Commercial Projects after Carillion
When construction and outsourcing giant Carillion collapsed earlier this year, the future of many commercial projects seemed uncertain. The company had won contracts to construct parts of the of the High Speed 2 rail link as well as for the maintenance of public sites such as military bases and prisons. Several major projects, such […]
What is a Public Sector Framework Agreement?
Getting your head around public sector procurement terms and what exactly a framework agreement in procurement is can be difficult. At Tracker, we like to simplify things. To help you win more public sector contracts, we are answering some of the most frequently asked questions surrounding public sector procurement frameworks and how the tendering […]
The future of healthcare contracts is digital
A recent study has predicted that by 2030* “automation, robotics and self-diagnosis” will be at the forefront of modern healthcare. If this is the case, the NHS and private hospitals across the UK will be investing heavily in IT over the next ten years, rebuilding healthcare services around the Internet of Things (IoT). We […]
The Environment Agency splits new works programme into separate operational areas
The Environment Agency aims to create better “places for people and wildlife, and support sustainable development”. It is an executive non-departmental public body which is funded by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra). The latest hub arrangement by the Environment Agency has combined 30 previous deals and frameworks that cover […]
How can your SME find local authority tenders?
One of the best ways local authorities can support small businesses is by buying from them. In 2017, one of the main focuses for local authorities was ethical procurement. It has now been revealed that 42% of top tier council spending is now with SMEs*. This makes now an excellent time to find local […]
