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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Procurement Act 2023 Update

12 September 2024 · Cabinet Office

Proposed by Georgia Gould Lab Queen's Park and Maida Vale

Northern IrelandWales

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Government proposes delaying the commencement of the Procurement Act 2023 until February 24, 2025
  • Letters will be issued to both Houses and relevant Ministers in Wales and Northern Ireland
  • The aim is to allow time for developing a revised National Procurement Policy Statement

Issue summary

The statement discusses the need for a revised National Procurement Policy Statement under the Procurement Act 2023 to better align with government missions.

Action requested

The Government proposes delaying the commencement of the Procurement Act 2023 until February 24, 2025, to allow time for developing a new policy statement. Letters will be issued to both Houses and relevant Ministers in Wales and Northern Ireland to seek agreement on this new date.

Key facts

  • The Procurement Act 2023 aims to improve value for money and social value through public procurement.
  • A delay to the commencement of the Act until February 24, 2025, is proposed.
  • Letters will be issued to withdraw the previous administration’s Statement from both Houses.
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