Public Procurement Act 2023

With the launch of the latest Public Procurement Act 2023 becoming law in the next month, public sector organisations must now take a number of factors into consideration when purchasing goods. These factors are: value for money, maximised benefit for the public, acting with integrity and transparency.

 

Whilst this adds a new layer of complexity for public sector authorities to consider during procurement, working with the right supplier can take away a lot of these concerns.

 

“In carrying out a covered procurement, a contracting authority must have regard to the importance of— (a)delivering value for money; (b)maximising public benefit; (c)sharing information for the purpose of allowing suppliers and others to understand the authority’s procurement policies and decisions; (d)acting, and being seen to act, with integrity.”

- The Public Procurement Act 2023

Techbuyer prides itself on being one of the leading suppliers of refurbished IT hardware globally; we work with public sector organisations across the UK to supply high-quality IT hardware solutions, whilst also meeting the demands of procurement regulations.

 

Delivering Value for Money

One of the core factors of the public procurement act, and one that Techbuyer is well suited to help with, is delivering value for money on all purchases made.

As a sustainable solutions provider, our sales teams are trained to provide suggestions that fulfil your technical and future growth needs. We tailor our offerings to requirement rather than forcing unnecessary upgrades or over specifying equipment, allowing us to create bespoke solutions aimed around your unique workloads.

 

Our technical know-how reduces the cost of equipment over the course of its lifetime through repairs and component level upgrades, all recommended by our team when required. We are able to provide spares and upgrades to extend product life and a buy back service at end of life.

 

Through high quality refurbished hardware, as well as bespoke new technology configurations and product lifespan extension expertise, we’re able to maximise your overall IT budget, ensuring value for money.

 

Maximising Public Benefit

Maximising public benefit doesn’t just need to be through the products you choose, but also who you choose to supply you. Techbuyer’s products and services fuel our goals in social value, sustainable development and giving back, making us a good partner choice for public sector organisations.

 

Techbuyer believes in triple bottom line economics and a pound spent with us buys public education and skills development as well as helping publicise environmentally friendly interventions.

 

We have supported the UN Sustainable Development Goals with targets against Good Health and Wellbeing, Education, and Responsible Consumption and Production. Since launching these targets in 2019 we have successfully achieved 4 of our 9 goals, many of which have been completed simply through our day-to-day business operations. This means that using our services directly fuels sustainable development.

 

We have run educational programmes on sustainable technology at the National Museum of Computing, Pontefract College and the Green Skills Festival at London Stadium, as well as workshops with Harrogate College and the Scouts. Our focus is on preparing young minds for the future with lesson plans that align with the National Curriculum.

 

Alongside this, we are part of our local employer's network, run numerous apprenticeships and have a two-day time off for volunteering policy for our staff.

 

This means that, by working with us, you not only get high-quality products and services, but you’re also bolstering the social value of your own organisation and maximising public benefit.

 

Acting with Integrity

Acting with integrity is an important aspect of public sector procurement; making not only the best choices, but the right ones, that have a wider impact than the purchase itself are important.

 

This includes choosing a respectful supplier who can be trusted and also acts with integrity.

 

Techbuyer prides itself on doing what we say we will do and going above and beyond to fulfil our promises. Our ratings on customer review systems are exemplary. We also have a wide range of case studies from the public sector that are testament to this.

 

Tansparency

Full transparency, without any hidden costs or negatives, is hard to find, yet is a must for public sector organisations. That’s why choosing a supplier who offers expert recommendations and advice, as well as full honesty every step of the way is essential.

At Techbuyer, we are always clear about pricing we offer with no hidden extras and we continuously look for the best prices for our customers, ensuring that they get the best deal possible without compromising on their needs. This is led through advice offered by our experienced team.

 

Our website is also updated in real time from our stock management system, so there are no hidden surprises in price and availability. Similarly, any order placed is followed up by a free compatibility check to ensure that the part is right for you before dispatch. This ensures that you get no nasty surprises with your delivery and drastically reduces the chance of necessary returns.

 

We assign dedicated account managers to all our public sector customers to work with on a one-on-one basis. This account manager is then available for that client for any further needs, concerns or developments. This relationship allows us to understand you and your organisation to offer the best advice available.

 

Our customer service department is also on hand at all times to provide tracking information on deliveries and issue Proof of Delivery should the items be delivered to another site.

 

Techbuyer's Sustainable IT Solutions

Techbuyer is on hand to help deliver sustainable IT solutions across the entire lifespan of IT hardware and to help public sector organisations procure technology in line with their stringent regulations.

 

Whether you’re looking for a full IT system, or a single device, our team are here to help you get the best value for money on your technology, whilst also acting with integrity, transparency