How To Achieve Public Procurement Success for 2024 and Beyond

Programme

1. Preparing for Reform

   What is the state of play with the incoming procurement regime, where are the risks and how should you prepare?

   Answered by Edward Green OBE of the Cabinet Office

   Edward led negotiations with the EU on the procurement elements of the Withdrawal Agreement and oversaw the UK’s Transforming Public Procurement programme.

2. Mastering Negotiation Opportunities

   How do you get negotiation right under the Procurement Act and so secure the best outcome for your contract and gain an advantage for your organisation?

   Answered by Michael Mousdale of Browne Jacobson

   Michael has advised on some of the most complex and innovative procurements, including the first ever PFI scheme and Europe's largest local government PFI. “He is a class operator.”

3. Applying Supplier Performance Rules

   How do the new supplier performance rules impact contract management and supplier selection for new contract opportunities? Same old same old or watch this space?

   Answered by Kate Gough of Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer

   Kate acted in the UK's biggest ever public procurement challenge, Energy Solutions v Nuclear Decommissioning Authority. "She is brilliant - a joy to work with - and a problem solver."

4. Integrating Social Value Effectively

   How do you effectively incorporate and evaluate Green Procurement and Social Value objectives in tenders and ensure that bidders fulfil their commitments?

   Answered by Fran Mussellwhite of Bevan Brittan

   Fran has a wealth of knowledge and understands the commercial goals of her clients. Her advice is always practical, clear and to the point. Her client care is second to none.

5. Navigating Transparency Obligations

   Is there a limit to transparency and full disclosure from the outset under the Procurement Act, including possible breaches of confidence or prejudicing retenders?

   Answered by David Hansom of Clyde & Co

   David is "razor-sharp, incredibly clued up and achieves sensational results." He advised UK universities on the consequences of withdrawal from the EU's procurement regime.

6. Ensuring Fair Competition

   How do you lawfully level the playing field, specify correctly and assess bids objectively when the incumbent has a favourable position?

   Answered by Rupert Sydenham of Hogan Lovells

   Rupert advised NATS over its challenge to Gatwick Airport's 10-year contract award for air navigation services. "He is known for his ability to find solutions to difficult issues."

7. Optimising Preliminary Market Engagement

   When engaging in preliminary market engagement, how do you ensure equal treatment, avoid undue supplier influence, and encourage active participation from suppliers?

   Answered by Nick Pimlott of Fieldfisher

   Nick is “a superb creative and strategic thinker”, particularly experienced with regard to preliminary market engagement in technology and healthcare services tenders.

8. Evaluator Flexibility

   Where is the wriggle room for evaluators to shift their initial views during moderation or in response to clarifications and presentations?

   Answered by Bradley Martin of Addleshaw Goddard

   Bradley has recently advised a range of contracting authorities on multiple high-value (>£1 billion) procurements in the transport and energy sectors. “He is a standout rising star and commercial problem-solver.”