The Eastern Shires Purchasing Organisation (ESPO) are the main procurement and contracting agent used by schools.
All goods and services supplied by ESPO have been subjected to competition and comply with Contract Regulations listed below.
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Up to £5,000
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One oral quote (confirmation in writing where the Total Value exceeds £500)
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£5,000.01 – £30,000
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Three written quotes to a purchaser specification.
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£30,000.01 – £75,000
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Formal Invitation to Tender, including specification to at least four Candidates. No need to advertise. Selection to be approved by Governing Body.
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£75,000.01 – EU Threshold
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Formal Invitation to Tender, as above, to 4 Candidates selected after advertisement.
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Above EU Threshold
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EU Procedure
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We have a range of Corporate Contracts that have been put in place by the Procurement & Contract Management team, to ensure that the needs of its departments are met. Schools are free to use these contracts.