Procurement Bill grace period extended to Oct 2024
In the wake of its recent Report Stage and Third Reading in the House of Commons, CPC have revisited the Procurement Bill and highlighted information our members should know.
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CPC at the starting blocks for summer sports days
As schools and academies limber up for their summer sports days, our all-star team at CPC is eager to remind institutions of some of the related frameworks in our catalogue.
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Building Cleaning framework re-tendered and active
CPC's re-tendered Building Cleaning purchasing framework went live this month, with a host of newly-approved suppliers on board and lots spanning the four corners of the UK.
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Drinking Water Dispensers agreement now refreshed
In the midst of a summer heat wave, CPC were delighted to finalise a framework poised to quench the thirst for Drinking Water Dispensers and Associated Services at our institutions.
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Utilities Supplies offering secures DfE endorsement
The Department for Education (DfE) has given its approval to yet another CPC framework, with our Utilities Suppliers & Services offering the latest to receive a DfE Recommendation.
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Still time to contribute to Flooring Supplies survey
As we continue to work towards a replacement for the Flooring Supplies & Services framework, CPC can confirm our feedback survey will remain live through 10th July.
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Dangers of roof collapses at institutions highlighted
With RAAC concrete construction used in schools from the 1950s to 1990s exceeding its life cycle and becoming prone to collapse, CPC are keen to spotlight this alarming issue.
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CPC staff extend a helping hand to Manchester park
Representatives of CPC swapped procurement life for park life in the first half of June, with eager staff lending a helping hand to the Friends of Ladybarn Park in southern Manchester.
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Dukefield Energy issue market update for late June
CPC energy consultant and sole suppliers on the DfE-approved Utilities Supplies and Services framework, Dukefield Energy have compiled another of their market updates.
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Next Procurement Advisory Group (PAG) meetings
Eight regional branches of CPC's affiliated Procurement Advisory Group (PAG) are set to convene in the first half of July, with dates for these networking opportunities as follows...
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Keeping Children Safe In Education (KCSIE) webinar
CPC pair up with Verifile, a supplier on our HR, Payroll & Employee Screening framework, to deliver a Keeping Children Safe In Education (KCSIE) webinar on Wednesday 5th July.
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CPL Learning to offer members on demand training
CPL Learning is offering five hours of advanced, on demand training for procurement professionals from Tuesday 11th July - available free of charge for our CPC members.
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Financial services workshop with SAAF Education
Lastly, CPC framework supplier SAAF Education will be running a free, online financial services workshop on Friday 14th July (from midday to 1pm), with further details within.
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Jewson Partnership Solutions support communities
We are pleased to share this update from Jewson Partnership Solutions, showcasing JPS charity and community initiatives and their social value in these ongoing challenging times.
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Aon shine a light on Joint Names insurance option
We are also happy to give the floor to Aon, who have provided a feature you might find useful on Joint Names insurance, in relation to contract works for academies and trusts.
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Water safety resources for summertime and beyond
Drowning Prevention Week took place in June, but holding knowledge of water safety and skills is vital all year. With summer now in full swing, we present some important resources.
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