23/2/10
Recently launched is an on-line public procurement course called "Winning the Contract"
This is a free resource to help businesses learn about public procurement and how to bid for public sector contracts.
The course is available via the Business Link webpage at:
www.businesslink.gov.uk/procurement "The course introduces businesses to the key procurement processes, including:
Identifying the advantages and disadvantages of dealing with public bodies
Understanding how different types of contracts are defined, advertised and dealt with
Understanding approved supplier lists and framework agreements
Searching for and finding public sector opportunities
Identifying the key stages in the tendering process
It also has a useful resource section, case studies, and a Hints and Tips download"
