PPN 05/21 National Procurement Policy Statement

A new Procurement Policy Note (PPN) was published last month setting out information and guidance on the new National Procurement Policy Statement. CPC explore what this means for education institutions’ procurement practices.

CPL Group earns designation as a Great Place to Work-Certified™ Organisation in 2021!

CPL Group are proud to announce that we have recently been recognised as a Great Place to Work-Certified™ organisation as well as ranking 14th in UK’s Best Workplaces™ for Women!

Adapting learning spaces for the next academic year

Education buildings are among the busiest public spaces, meaning durability and easy maintenance is essential. Altro Ltd, a supplier on CPC’s Flooring Supplies and Services framework, have written the following article which covers some of the key points that should be considered if you are looking at installing new flooring this summer.

CPC’s new Staff Absence Protection & Reimbursement framework is now live

CPC are delighted to announce the launch of our new Staff Absence Protection & Reimbursement framework.

The global chip shortage – ICT and technology framework update

Our suppliers are working closely with their partners to minimise disruption to CPC members and there is a stock availability update on our ICT framework web page.

Why does the energy market rise and fall?

The energy market rises and falls on a regular basis and we have recently seen elevations in both the Gas and Electricity markets. Dukefield Energy, the sole supplier on CPCs newly DfE recommended Utilities Supplies & Services framework; share their expertise on the causes of these recent spikes.

The DfE recommend CPC’s Synthetic Sports Facilities framework

CPC’s framework for external synthetic sports facilities has been evaluated and approved by the Department for Education.

Find out how Natasha’s Law affects your catering service

Mike Haslen, CEO of TUCO, explains the forthcoming allergen changes, the wide impact these will have on the catering industry and why it is important to ensure you’re prepared when the new legislation comes in.

Are you thinking about repainting this summer?

Is your institution considering freshening up the corridors, classrooms, creating a new space for students to relax, or adding a new building over the summer holidays? Then look no further than CPC’s Paint and Decorating Supplies framework which has all the products you need!

New Procurement Policy Notes from Cabinet Office

Last month, the Cabinet Office published two new Procurement Policy Notes which are recommended reading for anyone running their own tender processes for goods or services subject to The Public Contracts Regulations 2015.