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Procurement

The Procurement small business archive.

News

Public procurement: size matters

Size does matter when it comes to bagging Government contracts, according to small business lobby group the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).

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.

News

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).

News

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).

News

Improved access to government tenders

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

Business Technology

Future-proof your business communications set-up

Landlines as we know them will be scrapped in 2027 – along with a raft of upcoming business changes. Here's how to ensure your communications set-up is fit for whatever the future brings

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.

Business Technology

Friendly guide – top tips for small businesses switching to VoIP

With the landline shutdown coming fast, there’s never been a better time to switch to VoIP. Don’t let your small business be left behind!

Export & Import

Avoid delays with exports and imports

Many factors can affect products’ journeys from A to B. Here are some tips for best practice for successful shipping in the modern world