Contract Management Pioneer Programme wins Government Commercial Function award – Local PartnershipsContract Management Pioneer Programme wins Government Commercial Function award – Local Partnerships
Contract Management Pioneer Programme wins Government Commercial Function award
Local Government, UK Central Government
We’re delighted to announce that our Contract Management Pioneer Programme (CMPP) team, alongside project funder Crown Commercial Service, has won the “Best People Development Project” category at the Government Commercial Function Awards 2025.
This award recognises the team’s outstanding work in boosting commercial capability across local government. Through the CMPP initiative, we are helping councils nationwide strengthen their contract management skills and practices. This achievement reflects our commitment to driving excellence in public sector procurement.
As part of the programme, we are currently inviting local government professionals to share their insights by completing our contract management survey. Your input will help shape the future of contract management across councils.
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