2 Day - Deep Dive into the Procurement Act 2023
A comprehensive, practical exploration of the UK’s new procurement regime
This intensive two‑day course provides a full, practical deep dive into the Procurement Act 2023 — ideal for professionals who need more than an introduction and want to understand the reforms in detail.
Designed for procurement specialists, commercial teams, contract managers, senior leaders, and suppliers, the programme goes beyond the headlines to explore how the Act changes planning, competition, evaluation, contract management, transparency and supplier engagement.
Across two structured days, learners build confidence through real examples, case studies, exercises and discussions that translate the legislation into day‑to‑day practice.
What the course covers
The structure and purpose of the Act — principles, duties, objectives and the shift from PCR 2015
Planning and pre‑market engagement — pipeline notices, market engagement, preliminary market consultation
The new procedures — competitive flexible procedure, open procedure, direct award routes, and practical design choices
The expanded transparency and notice regime — planning, tender, assessment, award, contract details, modifications and termination
Evaluation and award — assessment summaries, record‑keeping, moderation, feedback and standstill
Below‑threshold procurement — simplified requirements and proportionate approaches
Supplier obligations — exclusion grounds, debarment, investigations, evidence and self‑cleaning
Contract management and transparency — KPIs, performance reporting, modifications and termination notices
Go‑live and transition — timelines, organisational readiness, risk and implementation planning
Who should attend
Ideal for:
- Procurement and commercial professionals
- Contract managers and programme teams
- Senior leaders responsible for governance and compliance
- Suppliers, bid teams and business development professionals
- Anyone preparing their organisation for go‑live and transition
Learning outcomes
By the end of the two‑day programme, learners will be able to:
Explain the full structure, principles and duties of the Procurement Act 2023
Understand how the Act changes planning, competition, evaluation and contract management
Navigate the complete notice regime with confidence
Recognise supplier obligations, exclusion grounds and debarment processes
Apply the Act to real procurement scenarios using practical tools and examples
Identify organisational readiness actions and support successful transition to the new regime
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