The Council and the Commercial Team
Staffordshire County Council spends between £500 million and £600 million each year on goods, works and services. This includes areas such as:
- Social care
- Utilities and waste
- Finance and construction
- Highways
- Catering, cleaning and office supplies
Our Commercial Team leads procurement and contract management, ensuring we deliver value for money for Staffordshire residents.
What We Do
The Commercial Team:
- Provides expert procurement advice
- Manages contracts across a wide range of categories
- Works with suppliers to select, award and manage agreements
- Ensures quality, efficiency and strong outcomes
- Uses national buying power to maximise value
We work closely with partners including:
- Local authorities
- NHS and emergency services
- Education providers
- The Local Government Association (LGA)
- Central government
We follow the LGA’s National Procurement Strategy to guide our approach.
Procurement Act 2023
The Procurement Act 2023 comes into effect on 24 February 2025. It introduces new rules for higher-value procurements.
Supplier Support
To help suppliers prepare, the Government has provided:
- Online Knowledge Drops summarising the Act
- A short guide for suppliers
- A supplier information pack with registration instructions
Central Digital Platform
Suppliers must register on the Central Digital Platform to:
- View and manage procurement notices
- Submit standard supplier data
- Access tender opportunities
We encourage registration from 24 February 2025 onwards.
Doing Business with Us
We aim to make our procurement processes transparent and accessible. Key information is available across our procurement webpages to support:
- Public understanding
- Supplier engagement
- Fair and open competition
