> Procurement - The Buying Force Process

The Buying Force team are expert and specialist, committed to providing a robust, rigorous and transparent service to our clients, partners and suppliers. Our procurement process provides an objective and qualitative approach that immediately delivers cost savings and further efficiencies over the long term. To facilitate this the Buying Force Tender Process consists of six stages, set out below:
	Stage 1 - Project Inception Stage 2 - Pre-Tender Preparation Stage 3 - Tender Period Stage 4 - Post-Tender Evaluation Stage 5 - Report & Award Stage 6 - Project Close

Procurement Process

Stage 1: Project Inception
	> Pre-project consultation with Client > Issue information gathering forms to Client for completion > Tenderer Selection from Validated Contractor List > Client Approval Confirmation
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Stage 2: Pre-Tender Preparation
	> Tender documentation created > Site visit programme proposed > Project created on e-tender platform > Client approval of tender packs
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Stage 3: Tender Period
	> Release tender on e-tender platform to Tenderers > Monitor tender and deal with any queries > Tenders returned on e-tender platform
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Stage 4: Post Tender Evaluation
	> Pricing review, tender evaluation and analysis > Error identification and clarification with Tenderers > Report preparation
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Stage 5: Tender Report
	> Finalise tender report and submit to Client for review > Liaise with Client regarding next stage of the process > Award tender OR Post tender interviews
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Stage 6: Project Close
	> Issue Client letter of intent to successful contractor > Tender feedback to unsuccessful contractors > Contract creation support > Ongoing supplier performance review

Our expert and dedicated team is focused on fulfilling your needs. To find out more about our unique procurement offering contact Oliver Livick on 020 7392 7384 or Oliver.Livick@buying-force.com

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