blog.wearequalis.co.ukFramework Fatigue Explained: Is Joining Every DPS Necessary?Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS) were introduced to enhance flexibility in public procurement. Under the Procurement Act 2023, contracting authorities continue to prefer commercial models that promote open access and simplified competition. On paper,...Feb 18·4 min read
blog.wearequalis.co.ukWhat PINs Reveal About Future Scoring Criteria (If You Know What to Look For)Prior Information Notices (PINs) are often underestimated. Many providers see them as mere background noise—something to be aware of but not crucial to daily operations. However, PINs are actually one of the clearest indicators of how future tenders ...Feb 4·2 min read
blog.wearequalis.co.ukWhy 2026–2029 Contracts Are Being Won Earlier Than Providers ExpectFor a long time, the process of tendering in health and social care followed a familiar pattern. A contract would be advertised, providers would rush to respond, and the strongest submission on the day would typically win. However, this pattern is ev...Jan 28·3 min read
blog.wearequalis.co.ukTender Season Survival: What providers can realistically do in the four weeks before deadlineTender season rarely arrives at a convenient time. For most providers, it appears alongside inspections, staff shortages, unplanned absences and commissioning pressure that doesn’t pause just because a bid is due. When a tender drops into that realit...Jan 21·3 min read
blog.wearequalis.co.ukBefore you put that tender in: the checks that quietly decide whether you score well or notMost providers don't lose tenders because their services aren't up to par. Instead, they falter because their submissions don't convey readiness. This subtle distinction is more significant than many realize. When a tender is announced, providers are...Jan 14·3 min read
