Category: Procurement

There have been a number of instances where staff at the University have been approached to attend, at – small or no cost – various conferences and events that … Read more

If so, you should be aware that the HMRC have changed the rules around employing Contractors or Consultants, and introduced some legislation around their tax … Read more

The Procurement Department at the University of Kent has commenced on a programme that is intended to result in a better service, lower costs, and … Read more

Following Brexit and the changes in the world / international economy in the past two years, Office Depot have requested a price increase for some … Read more

A number of staff have been aggressively contacted about attending events and conferences in the form of aggressive and persistent emails and / or calls … Read more

  Spring Update Please click here to login and read our staff update regarding changes in Procurement in the past 18 months, published on 24th … Read more

Following a major overhaul the new Procurement website is now live. We have expanded the guidance and information on the site, added details around the … Read more

Mark Reed joined the Finance Department in late October  as our new Head of Procurement and a member of the Finance Management Team.  He brings a … Read more

The Unibuy website is closing down on the 30th September 2016 The HE Contracts database (HEC), which replaces uniBuy is now up and running. It … Read more

Financial Thresholds The University’s current Purchasing Regulations contain financial thresholds that determine the approach that should be taken when purchasing goods and services. Amendments to … Read more