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Michael Hinett
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Framework Fatigue Explained: Is Joining Every DPS Necessary?
Feb 18 · 4 min read · 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,...
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What PINs Reveal About Future Scoring Criteria (If You Know What to Look For)
Feb 4 · 2 min read · 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 ...
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Why 2026–2029 Contracts Are Being Won Earlier Than Providers Expect
Jan 28 · 3 min read · For 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...
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Tender Season Survival: What providers can realistically do in the four weeks before deadline
Jan 21 · 3 min read · Tender 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...
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