We deliver added value in our procurements by: • Evaluating tenders on the best ratio of quality and price • Utilising whole life costing to evaluate tender pricing • Utilising collaborative frameworks where possible • Undertaking effective market research to inform our procurements’ strategies • Utilising outcome based specifications • Embedding sustainability considerations in our decision making • Implementing robust business continuity plans in critical contracts • Ensuring effective engagement between our purchasers and internal stakeholders, utilising our technical, commercial and legal expertise • Measuring contractors’ performance against agreed Key Performance Indicators and service levels Payments to contractors, sub-contractors and sub-sub- contractors The SPCB pays all sums properly due within 30 days of receipt...