We do not maintain an approved list for goods and services.

Payments

We operate a computerised purchase ordering system and all requests for goods and services must be made by official order. The preferred transmission methods for purchase orders are by e-mail or fax although they can also be printed.

Our preferred payment method is by BACS and again, we prefer to transmit remittance advices by e-mail or fax. Our standard payment terms are 28 days from the invoice date. Suppliers are asked to quote both the purchase order number and their reference in our payments system on all paperwork.

Consultants and Specialist Services

We currently do not maintain an approved list of consultants and specialist professionals. Due to the multi-function nature of this Local Authority the type of specialist/consultant need varies considerably and are normally commissioned via existing professional bodies or organisations or in some cases by advertisement.