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How do we advertise what we want?

Our tender and quote opportunities are advertised online, through Pro-Contract, to ensure that as many firms as possible can apply and be considered for a contract.

From 24 February 2025, the new Central Digital Platform (CDP) was launched for registration when the Procurement Act 2023 came into force.

Any suppliers or contractors who wish to submit to bids for any future opportunities must be registered on the platform. To find out how to register, please go to - Buyers and Suppliers: How to use the Central Digital Platform, the enhanced Find a Tender service.

Suppliers can register on Pro-Contract, our e-tendering system, via the Supplying the South West procurement portal..  Once you have registered, your company you will get regular alerts about new tendering opportunities and supplier and market events with us.

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For further help please visit our ‘further help for suppliers’ page

What is the Central Digital Platform (CDP)?

The CDP is an online platform where public procurement notices are published. It will make it easier for suppliers to find and bid for contract opportunities. It is free to access, and all suppliers must be registered on it to participate in new tenders after 24 February 2025.

For more information go to central government’s CDP fact sheet

How do I register on the Central Digital Platform?

Suppliers must register via the Supplier Information and Registration System Interface (SIRSI) on the CDP. Failing to do so will prevent you from participating in new tenders after 24 February 2025.

For a video explaining this with detailed guidance, visit the link here.

Are there any resources available to help with registration?

Yes! Central government hosted webinars to support suppliers with the registration process. You can access the recordings through these links:

 

 

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