CPC’s National Furniture framework has been retendered and has a new name

CPC (part of the CPL Group), in partnership with North Eastern Universities Purchasing Consortium (NEUPC), are pleased to announce that the popular National Furniture framework has been retendered and renamed!

CPC’s new Residential Textiles framework is now live

CPC part of the CPL Group, in partnership with North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium (NWUPC), are happy to announce that the retender of the popular Residential Textiles framework is now live!

CPC has just launched a new Cashless Payments framework with a single lot, one-stop-shop offering exciting new technology

CPC, part of the CPL Group has launched a new Cashless Payments Solutions framework launched on 16th May and is contract managed by Dukefield Procurement. This is the 2nd iteration of the framework, offering a one-stop-solution for all cashless payment and software requirements.

CPCs PPE, Clothing and Uniforms framework agreement has been extended!

CPC, part of the CPL Group, are happy to announce that out PPE, Clothing and Uniforms framework has been extended!

The benefits of CPC membership

We are very pleased to announce that our CPC membership portfolio has grown to an impressive 8879 at time of publishing. In the last 12 months alone we have welcomed a further 950 educational institutions, as we strive to continue being the purchasing consortium of choice in the FE sector. This article will aim to give a quick overview of the many benefits CPC can offer its members.

Dukefield Energy launch a new intuitive energy management customer portal

We are pleased to announce that our dedicated Energy Consultant; Dukefield Energy have launched their new intuitive energy management portal which is now available for members to use.

Energy Market Update provided by Dukefield Energy

The latest up to date information on the energy market provided by Dukefield Energy, the sole consultant on CPC's DfE approved Utilities framework.

Sports, Fitness and Gym Equipment framework extended

CPC are pleased to announce that our Sports, Fitness and Gym Equipment framework has now entered its final extension until 12th April 2023.

Schools and Academies Show April 2022 highlights

Thankyou to everyone who came and visited us at the ‘CPL Group Village’ at last month’s Schools and Academies Show at the Excel in London. The show was another huge success for us!

What is a contract mobilisation plan?

CPC recommends that members have a good mobilisation plan in place to allow for a smooth transition to take place on handover from old to new contractors, once a new contract has been signed. This will help to avoid misunderstandings and issues arising once the contract starts, and therefore builds a grounding for a good working relationship with your supplier. We have prepared the following article for guidance when creating a good mobilisation plan.