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Innovation-friendly procurement

The UK public sector spends £380bn a year in the private sector. UK local government procurement alone accounts for £60bn a year. This represents a huge market and a significant lever public authorities can use to create and shape markets.

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Support Programme

Offering mission-led support for public authorities.

Thought Leadership

Conducting original research and evaluation.

Stakeholder Engagement

Activating and disseminating innovative procurement practices.

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The Art of the Possible in Public Procurement

Harness the power of the Procurement Act 2023

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Connect Places Summit 2025 / March 19, 2025

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Call for proposals: Reducing emissions in commercial cooking

IPEC is delighted to be supporting Westminster Council in their innovation procurement exercise to invite innovators to submit a proposal to trial their solution that can help reduce the emissions...

Sentiment Analysis

Procurement is a powerful lever for innovation, with the UK public sector spending £380bn annually and local government alone accounting for over £60bn. But how well is this potential being...