Tender Readiness Audit Kit
Introduction
The climate has changed for third sector organisations across the country. Grants are becoming less common and contracts are becoming the norm. This will mean more services will be tendered and the need for third sector organisations to engage effectively in competitive tendering will only increase.
Background to TRAK
Developed in conjunction with many Public Sector bodies in Lancashire to:
Eliminate risk, and
Bring the 3rd Sector and Public Sector together
Make sure the 3rd Sector understands the world of Public Sector procurement
What does TRAK offer?
Gives introduction and overview of Public Sector procurement rules and regulations
Identify if Public Sector procurement is right for you e.g. does the piece of work fall within your aims and objectives?
Identify prospective customers/partners
Look at various FREE resources for searching for opportunities
Help to become more strategic e.g. marketing strategy
Look at policies and procedures that organisations need to have in place to deal with the Public Sector
Audit of these policies and procedures to ensure that they are up to date and applicable to the business
A report offering advice and recommendations
If a body passes the process, a certificate valid for two years
The TRAK Process
A trainer will visit your premises to undertake the process.
This typically takes between half to a full day.
A computer with internet access will be required.
Access to policy and procedures will be required.
