The National Procurement Policy Statement: A Clear Endorsement of Collaborative Procurement Arrangements

The statement has come out today - The National Procurement Policy Statement: A Clear Endorsement of Collaborative Procurement Arrangements.

We welcome today's publication of the National Procurement Policy Statement, which reinforces the vital role of collaborative procurement in delivering value for money across the public sector.
 
The statement makes it clear:
 
"Contracting authorities can often ensure value for money by using collaborative procurement arrangements established by public sector centralised procurement authorities."

 
This principle aligns directly with NEPRO³, the framework we operate under, which was established by NEPO, a centralised procurement authority committed to driving efficiency, compliance, and innovation in procurement.
 
Further guidance in the statement urges contracting authorities to:
 
 "Use collaborative procurement agreements, where appropriate for the requirement and the market, to ensure value for money (as long as those agreements are operating in accordance with relevant procurement legislation and good practice."

 
At Bloom, we are proud that our framework:

✅ Fully adheres to procurement legislation and best practices
✅ Delivers compliance, transparency, and high standards
✅ Maximises procurement spending with SMEs and VCSEs—a key policy priority
 
By making procurement more efficient, flexible, and accessible, we help public sector organisations unlock innovation, drive cost savings, and achieve better outcomes. Want to learn how we can support your organisation? Find out more. 

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