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Introduction to the trust's Supplies Department

Supplies aims to provide value for money on goods and services bought. The term ‘value for money’ doesn’t necessarily mean the cheapest but a balance between cost in use, quality and performance.

We continuously seek to improve the procurement process in order to obtain best value from the contracts we enter into and to minimise the administration costs of buying. We offer guidance, advice and support on all aspects of procurement to all of the trust's wards and departments.

The Supplies Department ensures that all procurement complies with the trust’s rules and national and European Law. We control and monitor all major contracts for the procurement of goods and services.

The trust currently spends in excess of £100 million on all contracts.