Procurement partnership strategy

Vision and key principles

Vision

  • to secure value for money and maximise the benefits from our spend with suppliers
  • to support the delivery of appropriate, affordable and quality services for the people of Lincolnshire
  • to work well with our partners and suppliers, ensuring high standards of practice

Key principles

This strategy is based on the following key principles:

  • we are clear how our funds are spent and how this offers value for money for Lincolnshire residents
  • we take a Lincolnshire-based approach to procurement, working with other public bodies where possible
  • we will manage suppliers to ensure commitments are met
  • we will increase our understanding of the challenges suppliers face and work hard to make Lincolnshire markets sustainable
  • we will seek community benefits through procurement
  • we will provide procurement opportunities to small and medium enterprises (SMEs)