Breckland Council is one of seven district authorities in Norfolk, covering an area of approximately 500 sq miles and 121,000 people and approximately 4,500 businesses.
Think Local
The Economic Development Service is committed to promoting the products and services of Breckland businesses to encourage, where possible, local purchasing of products and services. A new online business directory which is due to be launched in 2006 will provide a full list of all business goods and services that can be procured in Breckland.
Purchasing locally stimulates the local economy, assisting to encourage the growth and development of local firms and maximising opportunities for the creation of new jobs.
Council Spend & Procurement
As well as encouraging local businesses to purchase locally, the Council is also committed, wherever possible, to purchasing goods and services from local businesses, although this must be within the legal rules for local authority purchasing. The Council spends approximately £14 million per annum on procuring goods and services.
The Council deals with contracts of varying types, from one off purchases to contracts for supplies, services or works that will last for a specific period of time before coming up for renewal. Each service area takes the lead on purchasing to meet its own requirements.
Effective procurement supports the Councils aims and objectives, helping the Council deliver high quality services, which meet the current and future needs of local people and are based on value for money.
Where are opportunities advertised?
Opportunities to supply Breckland Council are advertised in the following media:
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