Public Procurement
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Implementation of Fair Work First in Scottish Public Procurement Update SPPN 6/2021
24th September 2021 by Fiona McCaig
This note covers the expansion of Fair Work First with the addition of two new Fair Work elements.
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Changes to Scottish procurement legislation following the UK’s exit from the EU SPPN 5/2021
18th August 2021 by Fiona McCaig
This note covers the changes to procurement legislation that have arisen from the UK’s exit from the European Union (EU).
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Implementation of Fair Work First in Scottish Public Procurement SPPN 3/2021
15th March 2021 by Fiona McCaig
This note covers the new processes commencing on 1 April 2021 obligating public bodies to apply the 5 Fair Work First criteria.
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Procurement activity during the Scottish Parliament election period: SPPN 02/2021
12th March 2021 by Niamh Duncan
Reminder to public procurement staff to consider their organisation’s guidance on conduct during the formal Scottish Parliament election period.
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Taking account of climate and circular economy considerations in public procurement: SPPN 1/2021
21st January 2021 by Niamh Duncan
Clarification on recently strengthened climate change reporting duties and the support available.
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Changes to Procurement legislation at the end of the EU Exit Transition Period: SPPN 11/2020
17th December 2020 by Niamh Duncan
Advice on change made to Scottish procurement legislation in light of the UK’s Transition Period coming to an end.
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Measuring social impact in public procurement: SPPN 10/2020
9th December 2020 by Niamh Duncan
More information on Scottish Government’s policy for measuring social impact through procurement and support for application of this policy.
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Supply chain resilience and diversity: SPPN 9/2020
7th October 2020 by Niamh Duncan
Some practical advice on steps public bodies can take to encourage supply chains and address vulnerabilities.
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Updated frequently asked questions (FAQs) for SPPNs 5/2020 and 8/2020
1st July 2020 by Lorraine Carlyle
Questions and answers to help with the extension of supplier relief
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): recovery and transition from COVID-19: SPPN 8/2020
15th June 2020 by Lorraine Carlyle
Scottish Government extends supplier relief
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