Procurement is central to achieving the council's goals of:
- protecting and enhancing a sustainable environment
- promoting a healthier and safer community
- developing a more prosperous and sustainable local economy
We can achieve this by:
- securing best value and improving service standards
- protecting assets and making optimum use of facilities
- modernising the way we work
Responsibilities
All council members and employees must declare any links or personal interests with suppliers or contractors if they are involved in contractual or purchasing decisions.
This can be done by completing declaration of interest form and annual declaration of interest - conflict of interest form.
Regulations
Our financial regulations and standing orders relating to contracts set out the requirements for purchasing goods, works and services. These apply to all members and employees.
Purchasing
Ordering goods and services from contracted suppliers must follow the council's approved processes.
Value thresholds
Up to and inclusive of £5,000 (ex VAT): refer to section 23 of Standing Orders - minimum of one written quotation from a suitable provider must be sought.
£5,001 and £50,000 inclusive (ex VAT): refer to section 24 of Standing Orders - minimum of 3 written quotations must be sought from suitable providers.
Above £50,001: refer to sections 25 and 26 of Standing Orders.
Officers must consult the county procurement team before starting any procurement activity.
Procurement is governed by both the financial regulations and standing orders relating to contractsand Procurement Regulations 2024.
Procurement contacts
For guidance or up-to-date documents, contact County Procurement: