A review of collaborative procurement across the public sector
Jenny Robins (21 May 2010 16:03)
More savings possible through better collaborative procurement
The National Audit Office and the Audit Commission have today called for public bodies to work together much more effectively than they currently do to maximise savings from procurement activities.
Mr Amyas Morse, head of the National Audit Office, said today:
"The public sector spends £220 billion a year on goods and services. Given the potential to make significant savings, it is vital that there is much better coordination of procurement activities to ensure value for money is secured across the public sector."
Mr Eugene Sullivan, Chief Executive of the Audit Commission, said today:
"With all public service costs under pressure, better procurement provides an opportunity to make significant savings that don't cut into front line services. Most councils already collaborate but, even where there is collaboration, it is not delivering all the possible benefits"
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