The following documents control the Council's procurement activity.
Procurement Strategy
Contract Standing Orders
Where there is a requirement for advertising, the Council chooses to advertise its opportunities on the Kent Business Portal but will also advertise opportunities on the government’s Find a Tender service website.
Electronic Procurement
Where possible the Council endeavours to use electronic processes throughout its procurement and payment functions. You can view more details in the Electronic Procurement section on the Council’s website.
Payment Terms and Procedures
The Council endeavours to pay all invoices within 30 days of receipt. For small businesses invoices are paid within 20 days of receipt. You can view more details in the Payment Terms and Procedures section on the Council’s website.
Current Opportunities and Registering and Expression of Interest
Dartford Borough Council’s opportunities valued over £50,000 are advertised on the Kent Business Portal website. You can view more details in the Current Opportunities and Registering and Expression of Interest section on the Council’s website.
Community Right to Challenge
The Right to Challenge, introduced by the Localism Act 2011, enables eligible community interest groups to submit expressions of interest to the Council to take over the running of Council services, either across the borough or in particular areas. You can view more details in the Community Right to Challenge section on the Council’s website.