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Procurement Hub extends Major Projects Framework 2 after generating £300million in social value.

Procurement Hub is a BIBAs 2025 finalist for Community/Third Sector Business of the Year, celebrating our social impact. The prestigious Lancashire awards recognise business excellence.

Procurement documents are pivotal for effective communication and transparency between buyers and sellers. We look at best practice in an increasingly digital space. See more.

In this guide, we’ll explore how to get procurement right across the full housing lifecycle, making smart, strategic choices that create long-term benefits.

In procurement and project fulfilment, there are lots of challenges to navigate. Here we look at the role of procurement in building supply chain resilience and why it matters to project outcomes.

Learn more about how the four new procurement objectives in the Procurement Act will affect your organisation.

We look at some key procurement metrics to help measure past and current process performance, helping drive greater efficiencies and better outcomes. See more.

Client Relationship Manager, Courtney Cole explores why universities are the beating heart of our cities and way maintaining them matters.

We look at why negotiation is important in procurement, including top tips for maximising delivery for your organisation. See more.

In this blog, we will dive into five practical ways to implement more efficient procurement processes, making your procurement operations smarter and more effective.

We're looking at at what SME tenders bring to the table, as well as barriers smaller businesses are facing. We’ll also explore the steps you can take as a buyer to increase SME supplier engagement.

Meet Louise Morris, our new Client Relationship Manager! Discover her experience, passion for public sector support, and what members can expect from working with her.

We look at what biodiversity net gain targets mean for the procurement sector, including how organisations can navigate the changes. See more.

Cut through the confusion with our procurement glossary. Decode procurement jargon and buzzwords with our clear, simple definitions.

We look at why strong competition in public procurement can have multiple benefits for buyers, suppliers and communities. Find out more.

We look at how buyers can use effective reporting to maximise accountability in public procurement and find actionable insights for future projects. See more.

Boost supplier diversity and create a more inclusive procurement process. Learn key steps to diversify your supply chain, support underrepresented businesses, and drive innovation.

We look at how buyers can implement a responsible procurement policy and the benefits this can bring to all involved. Find out more.

Find out how to prioritise social value in procurement with tips and examples. Learn how procurement can drive positive social, economic, and environmental impact.

This Essential Guide to the Procurement Act provides an overview of the key changes introduced by the Procurement Act 2023, which reshapes public sector procurement in the UK.

We look at the importance of actively managing relationships within the supply chain in order to improve processes, save money and increase efficiency. See more.

We explain the public procurement laws and regulations changing in 2025 and what buyers need to be aware of. Find out more.

Why using a professional services framework for construction projects brings multiple benefits in comparison to a traditional open tender process.

We’re sponsoring the CIPS Futures Podcast mini series, featuring insights from experts such as Lindsay Maguire, Dr. Rebecca Rees and our Director of Procurement, Alan Heron FCIPS.

As we look back on the year 2024, we are excited to share our Impact Report.

Tired of procurement myths haunting your projects? Our blog debunks common misconceptions about public sector procurement providers, mini-competitions, frameworks, and fees. Read more.

Learn how to improve sustainability in property management with energy-saving upgrades, water conservation, and eco-friendly practices.

Find out how to manage supply chain compliance risks, and how to utilise a supply chain compliance specialist to protect your business from legal and financial challenges.

We look at some of the major public sector procurement challenges faced by public bodies in 2024 and how to overcome them. See more.

We highlight some key construction compliance management considerations for public sector projects in 2024. Find out more.

We look at how the UK public sector can best manage procurement due diligence on construction projects. See more.

Discover how to find specialist contractors, the advantages they can offer your business, and how Procurement Hub can help you get started. Read more.

Learn how to write an effective tender by using best practices and what to avoid that will make you stand out in competitive procurement processes.

In this blog we explore everything you need to know about Public Sector Procurement Frameworks. Find out more. 

We are excited to announce the addition of Leanne Day to our team as the new Head of Consortium Services.  

Learn how to get started with procurement solutions, what frameworks are and why you should consider a procurement specialist. Read more.

In this article, we look at sustainable procurement principles and how they can be incorporated into a strategic sustainable procurement policy.

Our Major Projects Framework (MPF2) has been verified under Constructing Excellence’s ‘Gold Standard Verification Scheme’.

We look at the role of procurement in construction and how a solid construction procurement framework or DPS can save time and money. See more.

In this blog we explore everything you need to know about Strategic Asset Management frameworks and how you can implement one. Find out more.

Building Strong Supplier Relationships at Procurement Hub

Procurement leads in the social housing sector have launched a trade body, called the National Housing Procurement Association (NHPA), to represent them.

Join us at Housing, for the annual 3 day conference and Europe’s largest housing festival, which will take place 25-27 June at Manchester Central.

We're delighted to have Beverley Tattersall, our newest Client Relationship Manager on board and got chatting in a Q&A to find out more about her for our members.

Read our Q&A below to discover how she’s settling in...

Willmott Dixon Interiors won Best Community Project for the work we have completed in the community in Walthamstow, as part of our Soho Theatre Walthamstow project.

It was recently announced that school building projects across Scotland would benefit from a share of the Learning Estate Investment Programme (LEIP) to build new, modern, state of the art facilities.

Read our Q&A below to discover how he’s settling in...

The Building Safety Act intends to make homes safer, by giving residents and homeowners more rights, powers, and protections.

Looking back on the past year, we have created a year in review to reflect on all that we have achieved in partnership with our members and suppliers.

Procurement Hub has launched its new Strategic Asset Management Services Framework.

Our fourth year review of the Major Projects Framework 1 with partners, Willmott Dixon, Robertson, and Farrans.

Procurement Hub have published a contract notice for a new Strategic Asset Management Services Framework.

Anti-Slavery Day takes place every year on 18 October and provides an opportunity to raise awareness of human trafficking and modern slavery, around the world and in the UK.

Procurement can often be known as a profession that people fall into. Operations Manager, Sophie Quenby takes a look at how it is a worthwhile profession that businesses should prioritise.

Take a look back at a recap of our giving back initiative from 2021-2022 in our brochure.

Take a look back at a recap of our year from 2021-2022 in our Year in review brochure.

Our latest blog sees Clare Moore and Mike Page discuss the importance and benefits of early engagement and what that means for you as a customer.

We would like to welcome Louise Dodds to the Procurement Hub team.