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Roles in this pillar cover the management of the overall commercial lifecycle. Key aspects include strategy and policy development, understanding needs, sourcing options, contract and supplier management and the procurement process itself.Activities include the development and execution of category management strategies, leading supplier negotiations as required and delivering timely and effective support, guidance and expertise to the business.

Roles in this pillar include contract management; from preparing for contract commencement, to defining transition plans as well as governance activities such as managing risk, change control and dispute management. They also span supplier relationship management at an operational level or at a strategic level across multiple contracts.

An overview of the Government Commercial Organisation (GCO) and where it sits with the Government Commercial Function (GCF).

This page outlines the comprehensive, centrally-funded learning and development package being provided by the Cabinet Office.

This document outlines the Procurement Review Unit’s (PRU) ambitions, and how the new unit will support the Procurement Act 2023.

This NPPS sets out strategic priorities for public procurement and how contracting authorities can support their delivery, and will come into effect on 28 October 2024

Information on how to access the official Procurement Act 2023 e-learning modules

The Commercial Continuous Improvement Assessment Framework is designed to help drive continuous improvement in commercial practices across the public sector.

An overview of the Government Commercial Organisation (GCO) and where it sits with the Government Commercial Function (GCF).

Guidance designed to provide a high level overview of the changes to the procurement regulations and aimed at those who have regular interactions with procurement

Your personal data will be collected and kept to engage, develop and accredit individuals involved in learning and assessment activities.

Guidance designed to provide a high level overview of the changes to the procurement regulations and aimed at those who have regular interactions with procurement

Supporting factsheets to accompany the official TPP Knowledge Drops to help build awareness and understanding regarding exemptions and the general regime

Guidance designed to provide a high level overview of the changes to the procurement regulations and aimed at those who have regular interactions with procurement

The Government Commercial Function has published its Annual Report for 2022-2023

Guidance on migrating to and using cloud in the public sector.

Short guides, videos and animations on the key benefits of the Procurement Act, covering timelines and suggested considerations and next steps for Contracting Authorities and Suppliers

This page outlines steps contracting authorities can take to help prepare for the forthcoming changes to the procurement regulations.

This page outlines the comprehensive, centrally-funded learning and development package being provided by the Cabinet Office.

The Commercial Continuous Improvement Assessment Framework is designed to help drive continuous improvement in commercial practices across the public sector.

The Commercial Continuous Improvement Assessment Framework is designed to help drive continuous improvement in commercial practices across the public sector.

Guidance on identifying the signs of corporate financial distress and practical steps to take where there are concerns over a supplier's financial health.

These codes outline the standards and behaviours expected from suppliers and grant recipients, and reiterate the government's approach to working with suppliers.

An overview of the Government Commercial Organisation (GCO) and where it sits with the Government Commercial Function (GCF).

Are you a commercial specialist? Do you want to enter the Government Commercial Function? This brochure shows you what to expect on your assessment day.

This note sets out how to take account of Carbon Reduction Plans in the procurement of major central government contracts.

An overview of the Government Commercial Organisation (GCO) and where it sits with the Government Commercial Function (GCF).

This page outlines steps contracting authorities can take to help prepare for the forthcoming changes to the procurement regulations.