Engage with the market on an ongoing basis to promote opportunities and assess suppliers.

Give as much notice as possible about future approaches and contracts (before developing strategy).

Procurement

Keep potential suppliers well informed about the procurement and the project ahead.

Consider the impact of procurement decisions on contract risk and profitability.

Provide the information required and allow time for bidder due diligence.

Live running

Ensure as far as possible that the contract proceeds in a consistent and fair way.

Continue to think about the wider implications of any decisions.