Procurement and tendering

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Find out about our current tenders and the process for applying, also information about our procurement procedures and strategies.

Public procurement - the basics

When we undertake a procurement exercise, we follow a method to ensure that we obtain best value for the tax payer whilst meeting our objectives.

Procurement and tendering in Ipswich

Ipswich Borough Council delivers services to about 128,000 residents and a catchment population of around 310,000.

Current tendering opportunities

All of our opportunities are posted on Suffolk Sourcing, Contracts Finder and Tenders Electronic Daily (TED).

How our tendering process works

We use two main tender processes: open tender and restricted tender.

Policy frameworks

This section sets out the policy frameworks within which procurement in Ipswich Borough Council is undertaken.

Transparency in procurement and contracting

Suffolk Sourcing is an e-Tendering and Contract Management System jointly operated by Ipswich Borough, Suffolk County Council and Suffolk District and Borough Councils.

Contact Details

Email icon procurement@ipswich.gov.uk

Ipswich Borough Council,
Finance and Procurement,
1C Grafton House,
15-17 Russell Road,
Ipswich,
IP1 2DE

Telephone icon

01473 433903