KNOWLEDGE HUB
NWUPC Knowledge Hub is your space to find information about forthcoming events and webinars and member-only resources such as slides from past webinars, meeting minutes, market insights and publications.
21st November 2024
Launch Webinar for the eTendering Software Platform Framework
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LUPC eTendering Software Platform Framework Launch Webinar You can find more details about this framework at the NWUPC News article that accompanies it. Date: 21/11/2024 10:00 – 11:00 Location : Online Open to NWUPC members, join LUPC Senior Category Manager, Antonio Ramirez, as he talks through the newly launched ETendering Software Platform Framework. In this […]
19th November 2024
Heads of Procurement Group Meeting – Autumn 2024
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Heads of Procurement Group Meeting – Late Autumn 2024 Taking place – Tuesday 19th November 2024 Online – Via Teams Please contact admin@nwupc.ac.uk for further details stating the name and date of this meeting if you wish to attend. Requests for attendance at Heads of Procurement Meetings will be forwarded to your Senior Procurement Representative for approval. […]
16th October 2024
Launch of the new Hunter Buyers Portal Webinar
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We are excited to announce the launch of the new Hunter Buyers Portal, which will soon be available to all members replacing the current HEContracts system. To ensure you get the most from this new system, we are hosting two introductory webinars for all UKUPC Members designed to provide an overview of the portal and […]
16th October 2024
UKUPC – Risk Management Webinars
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Open to all NWUPC Members are 2 NEUPC led Risk Management Webinars Risk Assessment 14th October 1 – 5 pm, from CIPFA Book here Basics of risk management Understanding the different types of Supply Chain & Procurement Risk Risk Identification Risk Assessment Using a Risk Matrix Analysis of Risk Risk Management 16th October 1 – 5 pm, from […]
05th November 2024
Welcome to NWUPC, Member Introduction and Refresher Session
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We are pleased to invite you to an upcoming online session for NWUPC Members designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to NWUPC. Taking place on Tuesday, 5th November, this interactive session will cover all aspects of our organisation, offering you insight into NWUPC’s Member Community and the benefits to you and your organisation. During this […]
12th November 2024
Procurement Act CPD sessions for Members – Online
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After a short break, we’re excited to continue our CPD series online with Edge Hill University}! Join us for another invaluableNorth Western Universities Purchasing Consortium (NWUPC), CPD session, tailored for our brilliant members at Edge Hill. We’re diving deep into the Procurement Act 2023 and this session is packed with essential insights and practical tools […]
23rd October 2024
Procurement Act CPD sessions for Members – Online Session
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We’re continuing our NWUPC CPD (Continuous Professional Development) journey with another power-packed online session! Todays session is with the University of Cumbria and the University of Central Lancashire as we deep dive into the Procurement Act 2023. Led by Gemma Waring Bidding of Procurement Experts PASS Procurement, this session isn’t just another class—it’s your secret […]
22nd October 2024
Procurement Act CPD sessions for Members – Online Session
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Enhance Your Procurement Skills with NWUPC CPD Sessions! 🌟 As part of our ongoing series of CPD (Continuous Professional Development) sessions for North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium (NWUPC) members, we’re excited to offer an invaluable online training opportunity today tailored for our colleagues at University of Wolverhampton, University of Worcester, University of Staffordshire, Keele University […]
16th October 2024
Procurement Act CPD sessions for Members – Online Session
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We’re continuing our CPD (Continuing Professional Development) series today with a powerful lineup of online training sessions tailored around the Procurement Act 2023 and to complement any learning provided by the Cabinet Office. In todays session we are joined online by Manchester Metropolitan University, The University of Salford, The University of Bolton and the Royal […]
15th October 2024
Procurement Act CPD sessions for Members @ Ulster University
Location: Ulster University
We are excited to be at Ulster University today to continue our series of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) sessions tailored for North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium Members! This valuable training, led by the experts at PASS Procurement, offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of the Procurement Act 2023 and its implications for public […]
03rd October 2024
Procurement Act CPD sessions for Members – Online with Queens University Belfast
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We’re thrilled to announce that the latest North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium CPD (Continuous Professional Development) sessions are just around the corner, and we can’t wait to see so many of you joining us online at Queen’s University Belfast! These sessions will dive deep into the Procurement Act 2023, offering vital insights and hands-on tools […]
01st October 2024
Procurement Act CPD sessions for Members @ University of Chester
Location: University of Chester
Continuing our series of face-to-face CPD sessions, we go into October with a fantastic gathering at University of Chester, where we’ll be joined by colleagues from Bangor University and Wrexham University. These sessions, delivered by PASS Procurement, will delve into the intricacies of the Procurement Act 2023, offering a comprehensive overview of its impact on […]
26th September 2024
UKUPC – Benefits of Tender Working Party Membership
An Article for UKUPC members. A Tender Working Party (TWP) is the group that shapes and supports the delivery of the UK Universities Purchasing Consortia framework agreements. The individuals who make up the TWP are usually a mixture of consortia staff, HE procurement professionals and technical or specialist representatives. All have a key role to […]
25th September 2024
Laboratory Consumables & Chemicals IRLA Framework Launch Webinar
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We’re pleased to announce details for SUPC’s Laboratory Consumables & Chemicals IRLA Framework Launch Webinar. This webinar is open to all UKUPC members, including procurement professionals, sustainability officers and other stakeholders interested in enhancing their organisation’s sustainable practices. You can read more about the new framework at the news section of the NWUPC Website. Led by […]
02nd October 2024
IT Related Accessories and Parts (ITRAP) framework Webinar
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To coincide with the recently launched IT Related Accessories and Parts (ITRAP) framework, SUPC have announced a launch webinar open to all NWUPC Members. This new framework provides a streamlined, efficient approach to acquiring IT-related services and products. You can read the full launch article at the NWUPC website here. Join SUPC for an in-depth […]
12th September 2024
UKUPC Market Insight Document: September 2024 now available
The latest quarterly UKUPC Market Insight Documents (September 2024) are now available. UKUPC Full Market Insight Document Sept 2024 Final UKUPC Market Insight Summary Document Sept 2024 Final The full detailed report, provided for UKUPC members by the professional category leads across the university purchasing consortia, contains insight on what is happening in national and […]
04th September 2024
Student Management Systems Framework-TechnologyOne Showcase Event
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Given the current challenges in the market and the recent changes enforced by Tribal, including the migration of their customers to the cloud and the accompanying price increases, it is important to review alternative suppliers. In light of this, APUC has recently hosted the TechnologyOne Student Records System showcase event on 4th September. We encourage […]
30th October 2024
Supply Chain Innovation Webinar with Apple
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We are pleased to invite you to a virtual presentation on Supply Chain Innovation at Apple, hosted by Apple, scheduled for the 30th October from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM. This session will focus on updates from their 2024 annual progress report on People and Environment in their Supply Chain. You can read the latest […]
19th September 2024
Electronics Watch Webinar Invitation: New Procurement Tool Launch
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Open to NWUPC Members! Learn more about Electronics Watch recently launched Human Rights Due Diligence (HRDD) Maturity Matrix and self-assessment tool. This innovative tool is designed to help you assess the maturity of your HRDD practices, identify gaps, and drive continuous improvement. With increasing expectations for public authorities to implement HRDD, this tool offers essential […]
11th September 2024
The Building Safety Act Webinar with Mills & Reeve
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NWUPC Members can join the latest Mills & Reeve Webinar on the Building Safety Act. Following their last webinar on 18th April on building safety, Mills & Reeve experts will discuss some of the issues the construction sector is facing arising from the Building Safety Act and the supporting regulations. The session will again […]