Unlock Better Delivery
Augmentas Group is an approved government supplier with a successful track record of offering all aspects of procurement, contract and project management.
Our comprehensive knowledge and unrivalled expertise can be adapted and applied to any organisation – and we’re always looking to respectfully challenge established models to improve ongoing performance.
Decades of working with government
We provide our expertise to many central Government departments, including the :
Houses of Parliament;
Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office;
Department of Health;
DEFRA;
Department for Education;
Office for National Statistics;
Home Office;
Ministry of Justice
and
Transport for London.
We also provide services to departments outside of Whitehall such as Universities, transport authorities, and agencies within the health sector, all with diverse needs.
Our services also extend beyond procurement and include IT transformation, project management, and consultancy services.
I am proud to be a member of the Augmentas Alumni and support the various Government departments it represents. The core values Augmentas instill into its representatives is not only infectious but paves the way for "what good looks like" in all aspects of Procurement, Bidding, Commercial and Contract Management.
Shaun Moore
Our impact in Government
In the last five years we have:
● Negotiated savings of more than 50% for one central government organisation, helping to avoid £25million of unnecessary spend.
● Halved the number of invoice disputes for another customer by trialling a new approach to supply chain management.
● Reduced the volume of disputed invoices for a regional private sector health services provider working on behalf of the NHS.
The Procurement Function Health Check
We have developed a Procurement Function Health Check for you to assess and understand the maturity of your procurement function.
Find Us via Frameworks
We have several Government procurement frameworks ready to roll, giving you easy access to our solutions and services via G-Cloud, DOS, Bloom, MCF2, MCF3 and other frameworks through our partner Bramble Hub. We are increasingly building our participation across other Government frameworks too.
Whether it’s achieving economies of scale, reducing complexity within the supply chain, improving bottom line margins, or cutting waste, Augmentas Group has the knowledge and expertise required to deliver efficiencies across your organisation.
Our Services
Underpinned by our extensive experience supporting government and our deep expertise in procurement.
Get the Support You Need for Complex Purchases
Our team of procurement & contract delivery experts have extensive experience in a wide range of procurement activities and can help you navigate the complexities of the procurement & contract delivery process. We can provide expert advice and support on a range of topics, including contract negotiations, supplier selection, risk management, and project management.
Build Capacity with Our Experienced Team
Our procurement & contract delivery capacity service is designed to provide additional support for customers who are expanding their services but struggling to recruit the necessary staff. Our team of procurement & contract delivery experts can provide additional capacity to help you manage your procurement activities and ensure that they are delivered on time and to budget.
Get Expert Contract Management Support
Our contract management service is designed to support customers who have procured significant or complex services from big companies and need help managing their suppliers to deliver against their contractual objectives. Our team of contract management experts have extensive experience in managing complex contracts and can help you to monitor supplier performance, identify and manage risks, and ensure that the supplier is meeting their contractual obligations.
Driving Impactful Outcomes: Delivering value to the Civil Service
We deliver value by helping our Government customers to direct their spending effectively and efficiently. With our assistance, our customers can be confident that their spending is being directed in the most effective and efficient way possible, delivering value for their organisation and ultimately benefiting the wider public.
Compliant Procurement
Augmentas drives results, saving you money through our procurement, purchasing and commercial expertise having procured billions of pounds and saved millions on behalf of our clients in the public and private sector.
Procurement process design, management & Strategy Development
Providing end-to-end management of the procurement process, including developing specifications, tendering, evaluation and award of contracts. We respect established processes, but we are not afraid to propose a parallel track if we can see that doing so would deliver a more effective result, better return on investment, or overall cost saving.
Contract & Supply Chain Management
Helping public sector organisations identify, assess and manage suppliers to ensure compliance with regulations and standards, and to maintain a productive supplier relationship. Providing support for contract management, including monitoring contract performance, negotiating contract changes, and managing contract disputes.
Team training and capacity building
We help our clients identify workflow issues or shortages in skills and resources, provide support and learning where required, augment and transfer skills where appropriate, to continue delivering value even after a project’s completion.
Project and Contract Management Support
We help our customers in the public sector identify the primary cause of performance challenges and we provide solutions. Our expertise helps them work more effectively, enabling better management and measurement of contracts, with the end goal of providing better value for money to the taxpayer.
People Solutions
We work as independent teams delivering specific projects supporting departmental policy and the in-house procurement function, or provide individual(s) to augment customer teams – whatever is needed. However, with all options, our service wrapper provides assurance in delivery and many value-add benefits at no extra cost.
Procurement analytics and reporting
Providing data analytics and reporting to help public sector organisations assess their procurement performance and identify areas for improvement. We also provide benchmarking and market intelligence services to help public sector organisations assess their procurement performance and stay up-to-date with industry trends.
Risk management
Helping public sector organisations identify and manage risks associated with procurement and contract management, including developing mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
Other Services
Advisory services and executive support
Augmentas draws upon our ever-expanding knowledge base and standardised methodologies to help save you time and money, all the time delivering measurable outcomes.
Market research and analysis
Conducting market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers, understand market trends, and inform procurement decisions.
Tendering Support
Supporting public sector organisations to develop bid documents, evaluate supplier responses and manage the bid process.
International procurement
Advising on international procurement regulations and practices, and providing support for global procurement activities.
Social value procurement
Supporting public sector organizations to deliver social value through procurement, by identifying opportunities to generate social, environmental and economic benefits.
Sustainable procurement
Helping public sector organizations develop and implement sustainable procurement policies and practices, to support environmental and social objectives.
Project, Programme & Change Management
We have provided specialists in many areas including business planning; financial planning; procurement; commercial modelling; portfolio, project and programme management; change management; human resource management; learning and development and operational re-design.
Category Management
Helping public sector organisations to manage specific procurement categories, such as IT, professional services, or construction.
Outsourced procurement services
Providing outsourced procurement services, such as interim procurement management, to support public sector organizations with short-term or specialist procurement needs.
Technology-enabled procurement
Offering technology solutions to streamline and automate procurement processes.
Supplier diversity
Supporting public sector organizations to diversify their supplier base, by identifying and engaging with minority-owned, women-owned, and small businesses.
ICT & Digital Transformation
Our experts can help public sector organisations to identify and source the right technology solutions and services to meet their needs.
Procurement audit and review
Conducting audits and reviews of procurement processes to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
Dispute resolution
Providing support for resolving disputes between public sector organizations and their suppliers, including negotiation, mediation and arbitration.
Benefits realization
Supporting public sector organisations with project management services, including planning, execution, monitoring and control of procurement-related projects and to ensure that the benefits of procurement projects are realised, by monitoring and measuring the outcomes of the projects against the original objectives.
Transition & Exit
Our Transition & Exit service helps organisations navigate the complex process of changing service providers or exiting service agreements, ensuring that you can continue to deliver critical services or products without disruption.
Transforming Your Buying & Delivery Process
Pain Points: Why Your Buying & Delivery Process is Hurting Your Service
- Manual and time-consuming buying & delivery process, taking away resources from other important tasks.
- Lack of visibility and control over procurement spend and supplier performance, resulting in inefficiencies and missed opportunities.
- Inefficient supplier onboarding process, causing delays and errors, hindering the ability to work with the best-in-class suppliers.
- No clear buying or contract delivery strategy, leading to a reactive and fragmented approach to procurement & contract delivery management.
- Low staff morale and job dissatisfaction due to a lack of support and resources for organisation activities.
- Absence of established policies, processes, and tools, leading to ad-hoc and inconsistent procurement approach, and the risk of non-compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Transforming Your Buying & Delivery Process: How Our Services Can Help Your Service Thrive
- By outsourcing buying & delivery processes, your organisation can free up internal resources to focus on other important tasks and take advantage of external knowledge and experience.
- Get access to buying & contract delivery specialists who can help you gain unparalleled visibility and control over your procurement spend, supplier performance, and compliance.
- By leveraging our deep industry expertise and proven best practices, we can help you eliminate bottlenecks, reduce errors, and streamline your supplier selection and onboarding process.
- We understand the importance of investing in your team's development and success, and we can provide the resources and support they need to thrive.
- We'll work closely with you to assess your current procurement & contract delivery practices, identify areas for improvement, and develop a comprehensive strategy that ensures compliance, reduces risk, and drives better outcomes.
- Working with trusted procurement & contract delivery experts can bring valuable expertise, experience, and insights to the buying process.
Serving Government with Reliability and Integrity: Our Values as a Partner
Dependability: Trust us to always deliver on our promises.
Integrity: You can count on us to do the right thing, every time.
Innovation: We’re constantly pushing the envelope to find new and better ways of doing things.
Customer focus: Your satisfaction is our top priority.
Sustainability: We’re committed to creating a better future for both our business and the planet.
Social responsibility: We take our role in society seriously and strive to make a positive impact.
Building successful partnerships between private enterprise and the civil service can be a challenging undertaking.
Understanding the unique characteristics and priorities of each sector is crucial to overcoming the differences and finding common ground. That's why we've created a free guide to help you navigate this complex landscape.
Read Our Guide on Building Stronger Partnerships
Read Our Guide on Building Stronger Partnerships
Building successful partnerships between private enterprise and the civil service can be a challenging undertaking.
Understanding the unique characteristics and priorities of each sector is crucial to overcoming the differences and finding common ground. That's why we've created a free guide to help you navigate this complex landscape.
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FAQ
What kind of services does Augmentas Group offer to support public sector procurement?
We offer a range of services to support government procurement, including procurement planning, supplier identification and selection, bid evaluation, contract management, and procurement training and capacity building.
What is our experience working with government entities in different industries and sectors?
Our team has extensive experience working with government entities in a wide range of industries and sectors, including but not limited to healthcare, transportation, education, and defense. We can provide tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of each government entity.
Who can benefit from our services?
Our procurement and project management services are designed to support all levels of government, including federal, state, and local agencies, as well as public sector organisations and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) involved in government procurement.
How do we ensure that suppliers are selected fairly and transparently?
We follow strict guidelines and ethical standards to ensure that suppliers are selected fairly and transparently. We use a competitive bidding process, which involves inviting multiple suppliers to submit proposals and evaluating them based on predefined criteria.
What types of goods, services, and works can we help government entities procure?
We can help government entities procure a wide range of goods, services, and works, including but not limited to construction services, IT services and products, office supplies, medical equipment, transportation services, and consulting services.
How much does the service cost?
We know that pricing is a crucial consideration in your evaluation process. Full disclosure: on this page you won’t find a simple pricing table, because the cost of our service depends on several factors such as the scope, complexity of the project and the level of support required. We typically provide a detailed cost estimate as part of our proposal, which is tailored to the specific needs of each government entity. Our team is there to understand what you’re hoping to achieve and draw up a proposal that you’ll be comfortable with.
How do we ensure that the procurement process is in compliance with applicable laws and regulations?
We have a thorough understanding of the relevant laws and regulations governing government procurement, and we ensure that all aspects of the procurement process are fully compliant with these requirements.
Can we provide references or case studies of our successful government procurement projects?
Yes, we can provide references and case studies of our successful government procurement projects – several can be found here, with more available upon request. Our expert consultants have worked on a wide range of procurement projects in different industries and sectors, including healthcare, transportation, education, and defense. They have also worked on projects ranging from small-scale local procurement to large-scale international procurement.
How do we ensure that government procurement is aligned with broader public policy objectives?
We work closely with our clients to ensure that government procurement is aligned with broader public policy objectives, such as promoting diversity, economic growth, fostering innovation, and promoting social and environmental sustainability.
What qualifications and experience do our consultants have?
Our expert consultants have a range of qualifications and experience in government procurement, including but not limited to legal, financial, and technical expertise. Many of our consultants have worked in government procurement agencies and have extensive knowledge of procurement regulations and best practices.
How do we ensure that our team stay up-to-date with the latest developments in government procurement?
We provide ongoing training and professional development opportunities for our consultants to ensure that they stay up-to-date with the latest developments in government procurement. We also encourage our consultants to participate in industry events and stay engaged with the broader procurement community.
How involved do I need to be in the process?
The level of involvement required from you depends on your needs and preferences. Some clients prefer to be involved in every step of the process, while others prefer to be hands-off and rely on the us to handle all aspects.
How do I get started?
To get started, please contact us with a brief description of your needs via this link. We will schedule an initial consultation to discuss your requirements and provide a detailed proposal outlining our services and fees.
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