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Sustainability in Procurement: Is Your Business Ready?
How green procurement practices are becoming essential in public sector contracts.
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Here’s an overview of recent developments:
38% in IT Transformation: Digital upgrades lead—can your business capitalize?
£79M–£158M contract: Derby Council’s Supported Living Services—will you bid?
£126M funding boost: Hospices across the UK—how can you get involved?
£3.5M MSK fund: NHS tackling waiting lists—are you prepared to partner?
Let’s dive into the details👇
DAILY SPEND WATCH
📊 Public Sector Spending Analysis: Contracts Finder Report December 19th, 2024
Total Value: £375.15M
Number of Contracts: 320
Market Breakdown: IT Transformation accounts for 38% of the total value, with additional investments in environmental and agricultural services. The value disparity between the median (£87,710) and the average (£1.17M) shows varied market access.
Regional Insights: Southern England has a strong presence, indicating regional opportunities. The timing of awards reflects typical year-end budget utilization.
Key Trends: The integration of digital and traditional sectors continues, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have access to more opportunities.
OPPORTUNITY PICKS
Buyer: Derby City Council
Value: £79M–£158M
Framework Scope: Supported Living Services for adults/young people aged 16+
Timeline: Starts April 2025, ends March 2033
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NEWS
🏥 Path to Better Care
£126M Funding Boost
Hospices across the UK will benefit from £100M for adults and £26M for children, enabling better facilities, digital upgrades, and expanded outreach services.
Improving Lives
Compassionate care for patients and families takes center stage with this transformative investment.
✅ Your Opportunity: Public sector professionals—partner with hospices to collaborate on refurbishments and outreach projects powered by this new funding!
⚓ Securing UK Shipbuilding!
1,000 Jobs Saved
Harland & Wolff’s shipyards get a lifeline as Navantia UK steps in, safeguarding Royal Navy projects and shipbuilding in Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Devon.
Strengthening national security while boosting coastal economies.
✅ Your Move: Suppliers—explore partnerships with Navantia UK for new maritime opportunities!
💪 Getting Britain Working!
£3.5M to Tackle Musculoskeletal (MSK) Conditions
17 NHS areas to innovate MSK treatments, reducing waiting lists and helping 646,000 affected individuals get back to work.
Fighting Economic Inactivity
A bold step to address one of the biggest health barriers to employment, driving growth and recovery.
✅ Next Steps: Public sector leaders—partner with ICBs to create workforce support programs and tap into this transformative funding!
TECHNOLOGY
📸 HeadshotFox: AI generates professional headshots from selfies
🔨 Trickle: Create AI apps and websites using natural language
📝 Dovira AI: Resume builder and ATS optimizer for job seekers
TIP OF THE DAY
🌿 Interested in green procurement practices?
Source Recyclable Materials: Prioritize suppliers who offer products made from recyclable or biodegradable materials.
Reduce Emissions: Implement strategies to minimize greenhouse gas emissions in your supply chain—every little bit helps!
Educate Stakeholders: Train your team on the importance of sustainable purchasing; knowledge drives change!
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