Stationery and Educational Supplies framework delivery update

Banner are working hard to keep their delivery service running as usual but the desktop delivery service for the framework remains suspended.

Procurement solutions for building works

CPC’s new Minor Works Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) is on track to be ready for you to use at the beginning of November 2020 and Tenet are ready to support you with any building works tenders.

New CPC Insurance and Associated Services for Academies & Schools framework

We are delighted to announce that our new framework is recommended by the DfE and offers insurance covers across two dedicated lots.

Outdoor sports to be prioritised – do you have adequate maintenance of sports facilities?

Following government guidance encouraging the prioritisation of outdoor sports within physical activity in schools, it’s never been a more important time to have a high quality maintenance programme for your synthetic sports facilities.

42 educational institutions have now benefitted from subsidised procurement consultancy support

CPL Group have been subsidising tender support services for educational establishments, providing CPC members with access to tendering support at a discounted rate for the past 12 months.

You’re on Mute! Procurement Network Meetings are moving online

The Procurement Advisory Group (PAG) have been running network meetings for procurement colleagues twice a year in most regions up until 2020. Due to the ongoing Covid-19 situation, we will now be running a series of online network meetings via Microsoft Teams this October. 

Tenet Procurement Services’ website has got a brand-new look

One of CPC’s sister companies has got a newly updated website which is easier to use, more modern and is much faster than before.

Lifts: Consultancy, Maintenance and Refurbishment framework extended

The lifts framework has been extended until 31st of March 2021 and will continue to cover members' requirements comprehensively.

Framework tendering opportunity and legislative changes webinar for Audit Services

The tender documentation for the retender of the Audit Services framework is now live and there is a legislative changes webinar available to watch.

Academy trusts now required to report on carbon emissions in their annual accounts

Academy trusts are within the scope of the Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) regulations. This article provides details on the reporting process and the associated timelines.