2.22 As the Government improves the way it carries out procurement, so there is a challenge to suppliers to raise their game and commit themselves to meet high standards of fairness, openness, efficiency and professionalism that can bring mutual reward. Suppliers need to engage positively in early dialogue with government when approached, and respond proactively to the innovation challenge by proposing solutions to meet the Government's long-term goals. When contracts are signed, the Government expects suppliers to deliver what they have signed up to.