Also known as:- Approved Suppliers, Contract Management, e-Procurement, Procurement Policy, Purchasing, Selling to the Council, Suppliers, Supplies , Supplying the Council, Tenders
Answer: No, ‘favour’ is certainly not a term we would use as we always try to treat all suppliers equally and fairly at all times. However, like all local authorities, the wellbeing of the local economy is an important strategic issue and thus we are always keen to encourage a strong local supplier base where practical. Above all though, it is not about where a supplier or contractor is based – it’s about how well they can supply or serve the Council that matters.