Status and Details

Status and Details

This page contains information about the status, approval and implementation of this document, contact details for enquiries about document application/interpretation, and a brief summary of changes between this and the previous version.

Procurement and Expenditure Policy

Status Current
Effective Date 16th October 2025
Review Date 4th July 2027
Approval Authority University Executive Committee
Approval Date 22nd June 2022
Expiry Date Not Applicable
Policy Author James Morgan
Chief Financial Officer
Policy Owner Fiona Notley
Chief Operating Officer
Enquiries Contact Procurement

Summary of Changes from Previous Version

16/10/2025: Document republished with minor amendments, as approved by the COO on 14 October 2025.

(1) Clause 20 has been refined to provide clearer guidance on when a PCG should be established, taking into account factors such as procurement complexity, risk, and contract value.
(2) New Clauses 10-12 have been introduced to strengthen COI governance.
(3) Clarification on the scope around Research contracts has also been updated in consultation with the Research & Innovation Portfolio.

Clauses Amended:Policy: 5, 10-12, 16, 19, 20