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Education Buying Offer

Free webinar series – Smarter Procurement for Schools

Our free Education Buying webinars are here to give schools and trusts the clarity, confidence and procurement support they need.

Led by our experts, these sessions are designed for busy business managers and school leaders. Each webinar includes live Q&A so you can get answers to your real challenges.

Upcoming Webinars

Energy Contract Review – What’s Next for Your School?
Explore fixed vs basket options, avoiding costly variable rates and securing value with green energy.
📅 Fri, 26 Sept 2025

📅 Below-Threshold Tenders – Should You Collaborate?
Discover compliant, collaborative routes to simplify procurement and achieve better savings.
📅 Fri, 7 Nov 2025

The New Procurement Act – One Year On: What It Means for Schools
Unpack the real-world impact of the Act, updated terminology and compliance requirements.
📅 Fri, 6 Feb 2026

Embedding Social Value & Sustainability into Procurement
Learn how to integrate social value and ESG goals into your school’s procurement strategy.
📅 Fri, 6 Mar 2026

Contract Reviews & Supplier Due Diligence – Are You Covered?
Best practices for robust, low-risk supplier relationships and confident contract renewals.
📅 Fri, 15 May 2026

Procurement Planning for the Year Ahead
Plan your 2026/27 procurement calendar, align with budgets and avoid last-minute stress.
📅 Fri, 12 Jun 2026

It’s all completely free – why not book them all now, so they’re in your calendar? 

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