Useful Procurement Links
General procurement, purchasing and supply information
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply - a body representing procurement professionals in both the public and private sectors.
Improvement and Efficiency South East (IESE) - supports officers in local authorities by delivering a range of reports, guides and tools that will enable them to deliver their goals in procurement and efficiency.
Public sector procurement information especially at the local district level
The Society of Purchasing Officers in Local Government (SOPO) - the largest Public Sector Procurement Association
The Institute of Public Finance - part of the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy, visit their website for details about their Procurement and Commissioning Forum (PAC)
The local government section of the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister - chairs the Local Government Procurement Forum
The Local Government association - promoting better local government
The Office of Government Commerce - provides advice and support on procurement issues
4ps - Procurement support for local authorities - a local government project procurement agency specially for large and partnerships
