Supporting information
NAO audit framework |
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3. Has sourcing supported the commercial strategy and followed recognised good practice to optimise VFM? 3.1 Has market management driven long term value for money? 3.2 Was there a defensible process that resulted in the selection of a capable provider? 3.3 Was there optimum use of competitive pressure? | ||
Examples of relevant guidance |
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NAO good practice contract management framework 11.1 Processes are in place to evaluate and review options around delivering services in-house or outsourcing. 11.2 Market intelligence is used to maintain an understanding of the market and of alternative suppliers (to inform benchmarking, contingency planning and re-competition strategies). 11.3 The capacity and capability of potential suppliers is analysed, and linked to wider government analysis, for example, by the Office of Government Commerce. | |