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Scotland gets GOing....
Source: BiP,
19 June 2008
The Government Opportunities (GO) Awards
Scotland aim to recognise excellence within procurement,
and the benefits to the wider business and social community
that smart, effective and sustainable purchasing can deliver.
Scotland has a thriving business community and a forward-thinking
approach to public procurement. Public sector spending on
goods and services across Scotland is estimated to be £8
billion per annum, with an estimated £1 billion relating
to 'Category A' common goods and services, as currently defined.
The time has come to recognise the achievements and celebrate
the success of all those across the public, private and third
sectors who strive to make a difference to the Scottish economy. GO magazine
is the Media Sponsor for the Awards, and actively celebrates
the success of individuals and teams working within procurement.
With categories covering Individual and Team Excellence,
Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility, the GO Awards
Scotland reflect many of the key areas of focus within public
procurement.
Recognising that procurement is about buyers and suppliers
working together, the GO Awards Scotland also include
categories for Best Service and Best Small Supplier Innovation
- this latter category acknowledging the role small and medium-sized
enterprises (SMEs) play in supplying the public sector in
Scotland.
To see the full list of categories for 2008 and details
of how to enter, visit http://www.goawards.co.uk/ |
