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How public sector schools can join the risk protection arrangement (RPA), an alternative to commercial insurance, which may save time and money.
Information for public sector schools who are existing members of the RPA about membership rules and how to make a claim.
Use a Department for Education (DfE) approved framework agreement to help you buy goods and services for your school.
Resources to help you buy goods and services for your school, get better value and be compliant with procurement regulations.
Information about the SRMA programme and the hands-on support and tailored advice available to schools, academy trusts and local authorities.
Steps SMEs can take when bidding for government contracts so they can compete with larger companies.
Guidance on copyright licences and how copyright affects schools.
How schools can get value for money, avoid fees and find local agencies who complete thorough background and safeguarding checks.
An appropriate MIS can have a clear impact on pupil outcomes and staff workload.
This page helps you compare different FMS providers so your academy trust is able to choose a provider who will enable you to automate your financial returns to DfE.
How organisations can bid for contracts as a consortium, including the relevant requirements set out in the invitation to tender (ITT).
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