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When approaching public and private sector tendering there can be the temptation to jump right in without any preparation. However, performing an audit on your business prior to the tender process can be beneficial in...

A ‘disqualified tender’ means that your tender was not subject to the evaluation process based on a compliance failure. Receiving feedback on a disqualified tender can support the improvement of your organisationâ...

As part of an ongoing series of blogs on the Procurement Act 2023, we look at the introduction of a new debarment list and what it will mean for bidders.

Tendering for contracts can be complex and confusing for first-time or infrequent bidders. We take a look at some common queries we receive from clients to provide clarity around tendering, navigating tender documents...

As we enter the new year, it’s time to look forward at some of the key trends and topics bidders and buyers alike should be aware of in the public sector procurement landscape.

We take a look at some of the common aspects of tender submissions, including what documents are included in a tender pack, minimum qualification criteria and common quality topics in a question set.

The most recent Procurement Policy Note (PPN) issued by the Cabinet Office addresses the ‘prompt, fair and effective payment in all businesses’, aiming to increase cash flow and simplify supply chain payment proce...

2023 has brought record sales, promotion for several members of the team and sustained business expansion for Executive Compass. We reflect on a year of growth, development and continuous success for our clients in ou...

With only a few weeks left before Christmas, it is crucial to ensure you have sufficient resources in place for any bid and tender submissions falling during the holiday period. With many staff members taking annual l...

Bid and tender submissions can vary in size and word count, ranging from 1,000 words to upwards of 50,000 words. This can depend on a number of factors, including the level of detail required by the buyer, complexity ...

Some clients occasionally conflate or confuse social value and added value when bidding for public sector contracts. We explain their differences, ideas for both topics and how best to respond to them within the tende...

On 26 October, The Procurement Act 2023 received royal assent, ushering in the widest-ranging changes to public sector procurement in decades. After 18 months in parliament and two years of consultation following the ...