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The Crown Commercial Service is a finalist at GO Awards 2016

The Crown Commercial Service has been shortlisted in 4 categories at the Government Opportunities Excellence in Public Procurement Awards.

The awards celebrate the very best that public sector procurement has to offer. Following a rigorous selection process, we are delighted to have made the shortlist in the following categories:

  • GO Small Business / Third Sector Engagement Initiative of the Year Award
  • GO Best Service Award
  • GO Procurement Innovation or Initiative of the Year Award
  • GO Procurement Team of the Year Award

The finalists have been shortlisted against a strong field of contenders from the public, private and third sectors and reflect our commitment to accelerating savings for our customers across the public sector. The shortlist also showcases the work that we have been doing to support more small businesses win government business.

Sally Collier, Chief Executive, said: “I am delighted that 4 entries from our teams have been shortlisted for a GO Award. The ceremony showcases the very best public sector procurement, and this is an achievement that everyone involved should be very proud of. I wish all the teams good luck at the award ceremony.”

Winners will be announced on Tuesday 8 March at the GO Awards ceremony, which takes place during Procurex North Live 2016 – part of the UK’s Day of Procurement.

For further information, take a look at the GO Awards website

 

Channel website: https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/

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