Supplying the council

We are governed by many different regulations which ensure that the way we work is fair, open and transparent. These regulations can mean that the process is more complex than in the private sector, but they do mean you can be sure you will be treated fairly and on the same terms as everyone else.

All our contracting activities must contribute to the aims and objectives of the Procurement Strategy 2024-2028.

The Procurement Act 2023 and supporting Procurement Regulations 2024 came into force 24 February 2025 and will apply to all higher value procurements over the Public Procurement Threshold.

We want to support small and local businesses to win our contracts. This includes looking at how we structure contracts, revising our tender documentation, producing guidance documents, holding supplier events and working with local commerce groups.

Social Value is very important to the council. It is important we maximise public benefit for every pound we spend.

East Suffolk Council’s Procurement Team provides procurement services to East Suffolk Services Limited, Great Yarmouth Borough Council, South Norfolk Council and Broadland District Council.

We want to engage more with our suppliers to let them know when we have contract opportunities coming up or 'in the pipeline' so you can better plan your resource in responding to invitation to tender.

We advertise open opportunities on our e-Tendering system (In-Tend). Suppliers can register on In-tend free of charge and will then be able to respond to all of the advertised opportunities.

These rules and regulations govern our procedures for obtaining quotations, issuing tenders and awarding contracts.

Before you carry out work on a building owned or operated by East Suffolk Council, you will need to apply for a permit to work.