Procurement Standards is an independent initiative focused on defining, codifying and promoting best practice in procurement and commercial management.
To recognise organisations demonstrating excellence against recognised standards, we have launched the Procurement Standards Awards. The Awards celebrate organisations that set the benchmark for modern procurement and exemplify best practice across defined assessment criteria.
ENTRY DEADLINE: 1st MAY 2026
Celebrating excellence across multiple dimensions of procurement
Recognises suppliers whose delivery sets a measurable benchmark within the procurement framework. Awarded on sustained evidence of quality, compliance, timeliness and consistent performance against agreed standards.
Presented to a buyer who cultivates a transparent, well governed and commercially balanced relationship with suppliers. Recognises fair contracting practices, clear communication, timely decision making and commitment to long term mutual value.
Honours suppliers who introduce products, services or process improvements that deliver measurable operational or commercial advancement. Entries should demonstrate tangible gains such as productivity improvement, cost efficiency, risk reduction or new capability.
Recognises buyers or suppliers who maintain reliable service delivery, including responsiveness, effective issue resolution, clear communication and adherence to agreed service levels. Focused on measurable performance rather than perception.
Presented to organisations that demonstrate leadership in embedding environmental, social and governance principles into procurement and supply chain practice. Recognises structured implementation, measurable outcomes and alignment with recognised standards or policy frameworks.
Acknowledges long standing supplier relationships that demonstrate stability, consistent performance and constructive development over time. Recognises buyers who sustain resilient commercial arrangements through changing conditions.
Recognises buyers who provide structured, evidence based feedback that supports supplier improvement and performance development. Awarded where engagement leads to demonstrable enhancement in quality, service or value.
Presented to buyers or suppliers whose initiatives generate measurable benefit for communities or wider society. Focuses on outcomes such as employment, skills development, social enterprise participation or targeted community investment linked to procurement activity.
In-tend's highest distinction, awarded to the organisation or individual who has demonstrably advanced procurement standards in practice. Recognises sustained leadership in governance, compliance, transparency and performance, establishing a benchmark for the sector.
The benefits of participating in the Procurement Standards Awards
Recognition for work that is delivering real impact and share it in a wider forum
Increase profile within the industry and procurement community
Share success and external recognition to inspire others to excellence
Don't miss your chance to be recognised
Industry leaders evaluating entries based on excellence and innovation
Executive Chairperson
In-tend Ltd.
Deputy Executive Chair
In-tend Ltd.
Procurement Manager
In-tend Ltd.
e-Procurement and Procurement Consultant
CAS Procurement Consulting Ltd.
Deputy Director Government Commercial and Grants Services
Cabinet Office, UK.
Head of Open and Transparent Contracting
Cabinet Office, UK.
Submit your entry today and join the ranks of procurement leaders setting new standards for the industry.
