A successful procurement doesn’t start when the tender goes live — it starts much earlier, with realistic planning, strong preparation and a clear understanding of the steps that need to happen along the way.
In this practical webinar, Lorraine Ashover will talk through how to build a procurement timetable that gives your project the best chance of success. From early information gathering and supplier engagement through to evaluation, governance and legal considerations, this session will highlight why timing is such a critical part of the process.
Using practical examples and suggested procurement timetables, we’ll explore the common areas where projects lose momentum or run into difficulty — and how to avoid them by planning ahead. This webinar will be particularly useful for school and trust leaders who want to feel more confident about managing procurement timescales and avoiding last-minute pressure points.
Key takeaways:
- How to build a realistic procurement timetable that allows enough time for each stage of the process.
- Why early information gathering is essential to avoid delays later on.
- How to give suppliers enough time to submit strong, accurate bids and improve the quality of responses.
- The importance of allowing sufficient time for evaluation, moderation and internal sign-off.
- Key legal and practical considerations — including contracts, TUPE and LGPS-related matters — that can affect your project timeline.