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Procurement

The Procurement small business archive.

Business management

Five ways to win government contracts

The Government recently announced the launch of an online portal to enable businesses to easily view and bid for contracts advertised by Government buyers at both local and national levels.

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Public procurement portal for small firms

Small firms will soon have direct access to Government business opportunities through a national web portal from the Small Business Service (SBS) and the Office of Government Commerce (OGC).

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Counting the cost of council contracts

Small firms bidding for contracts from local councils are facing significant costs in the shape of charges from accreditation companies says the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).

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Improved access to government tenders

Ministers have announced plans aiming to make it easier for businesses to gain access to government contracts.

Business Loans

A guide to getting a small business loan

Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.

Partner content

Small business owners: discover alternative funding solutions to help fuel your growth

Business Technology

Why you should upgrade your tech now rather than later

To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis

Investing in a franchise

Should I buy a franchise or go solo?

Starting a new business is an exciting venture. But – especially in well-established industry sectors – a key question is whether it would be better to buy a franchise or go solo.