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What it offers

  • access through a single framework to a broad mix of services covering school improvement, safeguarding, governance, and professional development

  • flexible purchasing options to either appoint a supplier directly or run a mini competition to compare offers in more detail

  • access to specialist expertise across areas such as equality and inclusion, financial management, and recruitment

Benefits

  • cost savings, benefit from aggregated spend and lower pricing based on the overall contract value, even on low-value orders

  • schools can appoint a supplier directly or run a mini competition to compare offers, giving them control over how they buy

  • suppliers on the framework are assessed on social value, giving schools confidence they are working with providers committed to contributing positively to communities

All frameworks and DPS offer

  • compliance with the relevant procurement regulations
  • suppliers pre-checked by the approved framework / DPS provider
  • pre-agreed terms and conditions

Provider: Procurement Services

Expires: 01 December 2028

Provider Reference: Y25001

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