Getting Better Value from Procurement and Contracts
Relevant to Senior Leaders / Business Managers.
Description
This CPD session supports school leaders and business professionals to improve value for money through more effective procurement and contract management. Moving beyond processes and compliance, the session focuses on securing better outcomes through clearer specifications, stronger supplier challenge and more strategic contract management. Participants will explore how procurement decisions impact long-term financial sustainability and identify opportunities to improve value without compromising quality.
Participants will explore how to:
- Understand value for money in a school context.
- Challenge suppliers effectively to improve outcomes.
- Strengthen contract management and performance monitoring.
- Identify opportunities to improve value from existing and future contracts.
Through practical guidance and professional discussion, participants will develop the confidence to make more strategic, informed procurement decisions that support sustainable school finances.