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Academy Trust Handbook 2026: What the new procurement requirements mean for trusts
Find out what the Academy Trust Handbook 2026 means for external audit and accountancy procurement, including the five-year retendering expectation for trusts.
Procurement pressure is real. Procurement panic doesn’t have to be.
Procurement pressure is real. Procurement panic doesn’t have to be. There’s a particular point in the autumn term when things start to settle down. The new term is underway. The immediate fires have been dealt with. Budgets are being reviewed, meetings are back in the diary and everyone is beginning to get a clearer picture […]
Want a new catering or cleaning contract for April?
April 2027 may seem a long way away, but catering and cleaning procurement takes time. Find out what schools should be doing now to plan ahead.
Procurement Policy: Getting it right under the Procurement Act 2023
Procurement Policy: Getting it right under the Procurement Act 2023 Effective procurement sits at the heart of every school and trust’s ability to deliver value for money, maintain strong governance and support positive outcomes for pupils. While procurement has always been important, the introduction of the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) has brought renewed focus to […]
Education Buying Group PSBO Welcomes St Bart’s Multi-Academy Trust to the Board as Total Spend Surpasses £150 Million
Education Buying Group PSBO Welcomes St Bart’s Multi-Academy Trust to the Board as Total Spend Surpasses £150 Million Three years after launch, the Education Buying Group (EBG) PSBO continues to transform procurement in education – now celebrating more than £150 million of contract spend going through its compliant frameworks. When the Education Buying Group PSBO […]
Are Your MIS and FMS Solutions Falling Short?
Education Buying’s MIS, FMS & Budgeting Systems DPS connects you with pre-approved suppliers offering modern, cloud-based solutions that streamline every part of school management — from pupil data and timetabling to finance, budgeting and reporting.
Why Procurement Compliance isn’t Optional
Discover why procurement compliance is essential for schools to protect budgets, meet DfE guidelines, and avoid costly risks. Learn how free expert support ensures efficiency, value for money, and full regulatory adherence.
Smart School Supplies Procurement: Your Strategic Advantage for Budget Planning Season
Discover how Education Buying’s School Supplies Framework helps UK schools save money and streamline procurement with Banner Group, Lyreco, and Office Depot.
Sustainable Procurement in Schools
Sustainable Procurement in Schools: A Guide by Nathan Swinney, Head of Procurement for Education Buying When it comes to sustainability, it’s more than just buying things; it’s about making choices that genuinely benefit schools, students and the planet. Schools are under increasing pressure from the government, stakeholders and their local communities to adopt greener, more […]
Catering Contracts: A 9-Month Tender timeline for your School
Discover how Education Buying’s Catering DPS simplifies procurement for school catering contracts. Get expert guidance, pre-vetted suppliers, and a free 9-month procurement timeline checklist to streamline your tender process.