Procurement Training
Are you a Local Authority or
Public Sector Organisation?
Protégé Management Limited – has a team dedicated to assisting small businesses, social enterprises and the voluntary sector to grow by winning contracts from the Public Sector. We can design and deliver a quality, bespoke training solution to meet the procurement training needs of local authorities and public sector bodies. We can deliver courses and facilitated workshops for SMEs, social enterprises, the voluntary community sector and public sector procurers.
For more information about our services please see our Procurement Training website procurement-training.co.uk
Are you a SME or a social enterprise?
Don't miss out on a £28 billion opportunity
The government has given its commitment to helping small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) win public sector contracts. The Small Business Service (SBS) has identified £28 billion of smaller contracts, that could be delivered by small businesses like yours.
What are the benefits to you as a small business?
Public sector organisations are good customers. Here's 5 good reasons why you'll want to consider working for the public sector...
» The market is huge - £28 billion worth of annual contracts identified as suitable for small businesses
» Payment is guaranteed - most public sector organisations have to pay within 30 days
» Fairness honesty and professionalism - the public sector has to be fair, honest and professional in the way that they choose and deal with their suppliers
» Detailed feedback - if you don't win a contract, the public sector is required to give you a detailed and specific feedback on why you did not win which will help with your next proposal
» Added credibility - You may also find that trading with the public sector can add credibility to your business with your private sector customers
Find out more about the training courses we offer at procurement-training.co.uk »
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