Free Supported Self-Serve Procurement for Education
No other UK education procurement consultancy offers this level of free support. Education Buying’s Supported Self-Serve Procurement helps schools and trusts run tenders efficiently with expert guidance, templates and supplier vetting.
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Run your tenders with confidence – expert support every step of the way
Use our Frameworks & DPSs to access free procurement support
Managing a compliant and cost-effective procurement process can be challenging, especially with limited time and in-house expertise. That’s why Education Buying provides the UK’s most comprehensive free Supported Self-Serve Procurement service—helping schools and trusts run tenders across all our frameworks and DPS with ease.
Unlike other education procurement consultancies, we don’t just give you a list of suppliers and leave you to figure it out. Our support gives you the tools and guidance to run a fully compliant tender, without the hefty consultancy fees.
Why choose Education Buying?
- No other UK procurement consultancy offers this level of free support – Many charge for basic guidance, but we provide expert assistance at every stage.
- Save time – We’ve done the hard work for you with pre-vetted, compliant suppliers ready to bid.
- Access expert guidance at no cost – Get procurement best practices, templates and document checks.
No hidden fees, no paywalls – just expert support!
With Education Buying, our Supported Self-Serve service ensures schools and trusts save time, reduce risk and secure the best value—with expert guidance, completely free of charge.
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Schedule a call with our Education Business Manager, Victoria, to discuss your needs and get personalised guidance on running your tender.
What’s included for free in our Supported Self-Serve Procurement Service
Take a look to see how an average education procurement agency stacks up against our Supported Self Serve and our Full Consultancy Support solutions.
| Features | Average Procurement Consultancy Free Support |
Education Buying Supported Self-Serve (Free) |
Education Buying Full Consultancy Support (Paid) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Access to DPSs & Frameworks | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Pre-Vetted, Compliant Suppliers | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Guidance on Procurement Best Practice | ✔ (Basic advice only) |
✔ | ✔ |
| Tender Documentation Templates Provided | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Tender Documentation Support | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
| Basic Document Review | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Full Document Review | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
| Tender Publication via e-Tendering Portal | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Full Tender Process Management | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
| DfE & ESFA Compliance Assurance | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
| Supplier Communications & Clarifications | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Tender Evaluation & Scoring Support | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
| Tender Report – Risk Mitigation & Due Diligence | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
| Publishing Feedback Letters | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Contract Finalisation & Award Support | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
| Optional Ongoing Contract Management | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
Do you need more help?
If your procurement needs extend beyond our free offering, our Fully Managed Tender Service provides enhanced benefits including full document review, complete tender process management, compliance assurance (DfE & ESFA) and ongoing contract management. This comprehensive support ensures that every aspect of your tender is handled expertly, allowing you to focus on delivering outstanding educational outcomes.
Discover how our tailored services can meet your unique needs and ensure a seamless procurement process for your school or trust.
Victoria Lawson
As a former education professional, Victoria understands the challenges schools face. She has a passion for helping MATs and schools achieve their goals of cost savings and compliance.
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Victoria is your Education Business Manager and is here to help with all your procurement needs. Just enter your details for more information.
