Procurement Act 2023 Fact Sheet
The Government Commercial Function has officially announced the new Procurement Act 2023 go-live date is Monday 28 October 2024. This development signifies a strategic departure from the existing procurement regulations derived from the European Union.
This announcement initiates a critical six-month preparation phase, urging contracting authorities and suppliers, including SMEs and VCSEs, to expedite the refinement of their operational processes and engage in requisite training to seamlessly adapt to the forthcoming changes.
In support of this preparation effort, IPEC has curated a comprehensive fact sheet with key training opportunities and resources currently available.
E-learning modules
- The Cabinet Office has introduced E-learning modules designed exclusively for procurement practitioners.
- These modules comprehensively cover all aspects of the upcoming reforms, encompassing key regulatory changes, transparency enhancements, and insights into the competitive flexible procedure.
Knowledge drops series
- The Knowledge Drops series presents succinct video overviews explaining the upcoming procurement regulation changes.
- Tailored for diverse audiences, including contracting authorities, suppliers across various sectors, SMEs, and VCSEs, these resources aim to facilitate a nuanced understanding of the evolving landscape.
Art of the possible in public procurement report
- "Art of the Possible in Public Procurement" report - serves as a valuable resource, highlighting the potential of implementing the new Procurement Act, offering practical guidance and real-world case studies of successful innovation procurement.
Communities of practice
- Launching on 8 May 2024, Communities of Practice provide opportunities for procurement professionals to share knowledge, experiences, and insights via MS Teams meet-up events.
- These sessions will cover diverse topics across the procurement lifecycle, fostering confidence in navigating the Procurement Act 2023.
Guidance documents
- Comprehensive Procurement Act 2023 guidance documents, covering topics such as transitional arrangements, pre-market engagement, award rules, and more. Set to be fully released by the Cabinet Office by June 2024.
Stakeholder webinars
- Stakeholder webinars is a series of update webinars, providing a comprehensive update on the Transforming Public Procurement programme. Webinars will cover milestones, learning opportunities, digital platform progress, transition details, and preparation for upcoming changes.
- Three dates are available:
- Wednesday 15 May from 10am to 11am
- Tuesday 21 May from 11.30am to 12.30pm
- Friday 24 May from 2pm to 3pm
For assistance in selecting the most suitable learning options for your team, the Cabinet Office has prepared a Learning and Development brochure outlining all available support.
We trust this factsheet proves helpful in your preparations for the forthcoming Procurement Act changes. For any inquiries or guidance, please feel free to reach out to us at contact@ipec.org.uk.
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