The need to review and update the Procurement
Strategy 2011 – 2013 in line with the Council’s
Priorities and the need to build on the improvements delivered
throughout the authority whilst continuing to support the
identification and delivery of ongoing savings.
Decision type: Key
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 11/08/2014
Relevant Committee(s): Finance, Assets and Performance;
Decision due: 10 Sep 2014 by Cabinet
Lead member: Cabinet Portfolio Holder - Finance, Town Centres and Growth
Lead director: Chief Executive
Contact: Mark Bailey, Head of Business Improvement and Partnerships Email: mark.bailey@newcastle-staffs.gov.uk.
Spend required/saving generated: The Procurement Strategy sets down the basis of developing and implementing best value throughout its service to citizens and the business community, aligned with the challenge to deliver ongoing savings in line with the authority’s need to respond to the changing financial environment. The Council will continue to develop its procurement principles and practices aiming to deliver further improvements in this key service.
Likely Date of Decision: 10th September 2014