Overview of procurement

Our requirements range from low value, high volume commodities such as stationery and office supplies to high value, critical and complex works and services such as IT solutions, peatland restoration, and erosion repairs.

As a public sector organisation, the way in which we procure goods and services is governed by both internal regulations and national and European legislation. The Authority spends approximately £2m per annum, excluding direct employee costs. The Authority also has a Capital Budget which varies each year according to the resources available.

The Authority is a member of the Devon & Cornwall Procurement Partnership which means that we often collaborate with other public sector organisations e.g. County and District Councils, Fire & rescue, Police and universities.