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Regulated below threshold contracts under the Procurement Act 2023
Episode 6624th March 2025 • Hempsons health and social care law podcast • Hempsons
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In this episode, Helen Redfern, a senior solicitor in the procurement team at Hempsons, outlines the key obligations and requirements for English contracting authorities regarding regulated below threshold contracts under the Procurement Act 2023.

Helen addresses common queries, including the definition of below threshold contracts, direct awards without competition, running formal competitions, and the prompt payment provisions. She provides practical guidance on the various notices required and the flexibility contracting authorities have in awarding and managing these contracts.

Episode summary

00:00 Introduction to the Procurement Act 2023

01:03 Understanding regulated below threshold contracts

01:40 Key considerations for English Contracting Authorities

02:34 Options for awarding below threshold contracts

03:50 Direct award without competition

05:27 Running a competition for below threshold contracts

08:59 Managing regulated below threshold contracts

10:06 Conclusion

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