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Looking for growth support for your Multi-Academy Trust? We can help!

A reminder of the unmatched support that Place Group provides to Multi Academy Trusts (MATs) with their growth ambitions and plans.

Don’t let the delay to the Procurement Act 2023 slow you down

On Thursday 12th September, the Cabinet Office announced a delay to the go-live date for the Procurement Act 2023 from 28th October 2024 to 24th February 2025.

Despite the delay, it is essential that contracting authorities continue preparation for the new Act ahead of the new go-live date, to ensure you can best capitalise on the flexibilities and benefits the new Act provides.

The 3 key next steps to prepare for the new regime are:

Navigating The New Procurement Act – Q&A for Education Professionals

Our recent webinar, Navigating The New Procurement Act Of 2024 And How It Can Be Used To Help You Achieve Net Zero, gave us an opportunity to understand the questions and concerns those working in the education sector have about the upcoming legislation changes.

We’ve pulled together the questions asked and answers given by Jessica Brydon, our Procurement, Quality & Compliance Director and expert in the forthcoming Procurement Act during the session.

Paving the Path to Net Zero: Our Commitment to Sustainability is working…

We are committed towards our planet’s fight against climate change and are proud to share our latest contributions to the climate crisis.

How we helped the Diocese of Chichester Academy Trust exceed its growth targets

We have collaborated with the Diocese of Chichester Academy since 2022 and in partnership have grown the Trust from 17 to 25 high quality schools with more growth planned.

We are lucky to hold a long-term relationship with the Diocese of Chichester Academy Trust. Our partnership began when the Trust (DCAT) contacted us, requesting a proposal to provide project management support for a number of potential conversions.

Procuring with purpose – embracing the new Procurement Act; an opportunity to accelerate sustainability

The new Procurement Act comes into force in October 2024, and whilst the existing Public Contracts Regulations will remain in place until then, public sector ordering bodies will need to prepare for the changes so that all contracts procured after October fully comply with the new rules…

Trusted PFI support to protect your infrastructure

The partnership of Place Group and Reappraise will provide schools and hospitals with the tools necessary for a holistic approach to contract renewal.