Reg. 48 (PCR 2015)
Prior information notices
In: Define > Market consultation and engagement
Overview
This regulation allows contracting authorities to notify the market of their intention to conduct future procurements through the publication of a prior information notice (PIN). Such notices must either be published in accordance with the requirements of regulation 51 PCR 2015 (publication on the UK e-notification service) or through publication on the contracting authority’s buyer profile in accordance with regulation 52 PCR 2015 (publication otherwise than on the UK e-notification service).
The period covered by the prior information notice is a maximum of 12 months from the date on which the notice is transmitted for publication.
Objective at this commercial stage
Consider the appropriateness of engaging with suppliers through the publication of a PIN.
Key considerations at this commercial stage
Contracting authorities should:
- consider the publication of a PIN as a means of maximising interest from the market in the future procurement opportunity
- ensure that a PIN is advertised correctly, incorporating all relevant information required by this regulation (i.e. regulation 48).
Legal framework
See also in the Procurement Act 2023:
- Section 15: Planned procurement notices
- Section 54: Time limits
Additional support and guidance
Make sure you:
- read the regulation
- seek legal and commercial advice in the context of specific procurements
