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Work with Norwich City Council – contract opportunities
We regularly publish tenders for goods, services, and works to ensure fair and transparent procurement. Whether you're a local supplier or a national contractor, find out how to register, express interest, and contribute to delivering value for Norwich through our e-tendering platforms.
Where to find opportunities
We advertise all current contract opportunities online. You can find them on:
- Norwich City Council’s e-Tendering Portal - this is our main platform for managing tenders. You can:
- Register for free
- Get email alerts when new opportunities are posted
- View current and past tenders
- Submit your bids and documents securely
- Find a Tender (UK Government site) - this is a national service for public sector contracts.
- TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) - for contracts in the EU.
- Contracts Register - we also publish a monthly list of current and upcoming contracts. It shows:
- Whether a contract is active or in planning
- How it will be advertised (e.g. open tender)
- When the tender documents will be released
View the Contracts Register
Social value in procurement
We aim to get more out of every pound we spend - not just in cost savings, but by delivering social, economic, and environmental benefits through our contracts.
What is social value?
Social value means making sure our procurement choices support:
- Local communities
- Environmental sustainability
- Ethical practices
- Our corporate priorities
How we deliver social value
Buy Local
Supporting local suppliers helps:
- Reduce carbon emissions
- Keep money in the community
- Boost Norwich’s prosperity
Tackle modern slavery
We’re committed to ethical procurement and protecting vulnerable people.
In 2018, we adopted the Co-operative Party’s Charter Against Modern Slavery, recognising that:
- Modern slavery exists across the UK
- Victim support must go beyond the current 45-day limit
- Councils must ensure their supply chains are free from exploitation
Need help or have questions?
For general procurement queries, email: procurement@norwich.gov.uk
