One year after the Procurement Act 2023 came into force, public sector organisations across the UK continue to adapt to significant changes in how procurement activity is planned, managed and delivered.
The legislation has introduced new procedures, expanded transparency requirements and a stronger focus on contract management throughout the procurement lifecycle.
To support organisations navigating these changes, Procurement Hub has published Part 2 of its Essential Guide to the Procurement Act 2023 Notices. The updated resource provides practical insight into how the Act is operating in practice following its first year of implementation.
Building on the foundations of the original guide, the publication offers clear explanations of the new procurement notices, compliance expectations and lifecycle obligations introduced under the legislation. Designed for practical use, the guide translates complex regulatory requirements into accessible and actionable guidance, helping public sector buyers remain compliant while reducing risk and improving procurement outcomes.
The resource is intended to support professionals responsible for delivering procurements, overseeing governance arrangements or ensuring organisational compliance with procurement regulations. By focusing on real world application, the guide aims to help organisations confidently navigate an evolving procurement landscape.
While the Procurement Act 2023 primarily applies to contracting authorities in England and reserved UK bodies, it remains relevant to organisations in Scotland that procure or collaborate across UK borders. Scottish public sector organisations operating within mixed or UK wide programmes may encounter the new notices and procedures when working with partners governed by the Act. As a result, understanding the changes supports greater alignment, awareness and collaboration across the wider UK procurement landscape, even where Scottish procurement regulations continue to apply independently.
What the updated guide covers
- How the Procurement Act 2023 is being applied across the public sector one year after implementation
- The practical meaning and use of the new procurement notices
- Key compliance requirements for contracting authorities
- Practical insights to support planning, tendering and contract management
- Common challenges faced by public sector organisations and approaches to addressing them
Procurement Hub developed the guide to ensure its members remain informed, confident and well positioned to take advantage of the opportunities created by the new legislation.
Public sector organisations can download the updated Essential Guide using this link Essential Guide to the Procurement Act Notices | Procurement Hub or contact Philip.chan@procurementhub.co.uk for further information.