How does outsourced procurement work?
You send us a requirement — a single item or a full list covering goods, services and plant hire. We act as your single point of contact: identifying suppliers from our established UK network (or using your preferred suppliers if you have them), running the RFQ, comparing quotes and recommending an option. Once approved we place the orders, chase delivery and hand you one consolidated invoice.
Can you handle multiple items on one requirement?
Yes — that's exactly what we're built for. Send one list covering parts, PPE, MRO supplies, kit, equipment, plant hire and contractors and we consolidate it into a single quote up front and a single invoice at the end. No juggling five suppliers.
Do you source plant hire as well as goods?
Yes. Plant hire sourcing UK-wide is one of the most common items on mixed requirement lists — access equipment, generators, welfare units, tools. We coordinate hire alongside your parts, consumables and contractors so it all lands together.
Can you use my existing suppliers?
Happily. If you already have preferred suppliers, we'll use them and simply facilitate the buying and admin. If you'd like us to benchmark, we'll add options from our network alongside — either way, you stay in control.
How much does outsourced procurement cost?
Flexible pricing to match the work: a per-project fee for one-off sourcing, or an ongoing arrangement for retainer support. Fees are agreed up front so you always know the cost before we start.
Do I have to sign a long contract?
No. You can start with a single one-off procurement request — no retainer, no lock-in. Most SMEs try us on one live requirement first, then move to a retainer once they see the value.
What's the difference between one-off procurement and a retainer?
One-off procurement services suit urgent buys or a single well-defined requirement — PPE, MRO supplies, a contractor, a component list. A procurement retainer in the UK gives you an ongoing outsourced buying service, capped monthly, for businesses without an internal procurement team.
How quickly do you turn quotes around?
For a one-off with a clear spec, expect quick supplier quotes back within 24–48 hours. A full sourcing project with multiple vetted suppliers usually takes 1–3 weeks depending on the category.
Do you protect existing supplier relationships?
Yes. If you already have preferred suppliers you'd like to keep, we include them in every RFQ so they can compete. We never approach suppliers behind your back, and we hand over full contact and pricing details at the end of any project.
Are the suppliers UK-based?
We prioritise reliable UK suppliers for SMEs — better lead times, easier quality resolution, no import friction. We'll source overseas only if there's a genuine reason (capability, cost, or specialist product not available domestically).
Which industries do you cover?
Engineering supplier sourcing, manufacturing procurement outsourcing and construction procurement services — the SME sectors we know best. That includes PPE sourcing, MRO supplies, site supplies, components and contractor sourcing UK-wide.
Do you offer procurement services in the Midlands, South East and South West?
Yes — we work with SMEs nationally, with a strong client base for procurement services in the Midlands, South East and South West. Sourcing is remote, so location is rarely a constraint.
How do you keep procurement fees transparent?
Fees are agreed with you before any work starts so there are no surprises — you know the cost before we begin sourcing.
What if I don't have an internal procurement team?
That's most of our clients. Outsourced procurement is designed for SMEs where the ops manager, finance lead or director is doing the buying alongside their real job. We slot in as your on-demand procurement function.
Still have a question?
The fastest way to get an answer specific to your business is to send us the requirement. See our services, read the ROI of outsourced procurement, or go straight to the contact form.