Public Contracts Regulations 2015: Key legislation governing public procurement processes in England and Wales. Applies if the contracting entity is a public body, setting out procedures for tender processes and contract awards.
Companies Act 2006: Primary source of company law in the UK, governing company formation, administration, and general legal requirements for businesses.
Competition Act 1998: Prohibits anti-competitive behavior and ensures fair competition in procurement processes and business practices.
Bribery Act 2010: Addresses corruption and bribery in business transactions, requiring adequate procedures to prevent bribery in procurement processes.
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Governs the handling and protection of personal data, crucial for information sharing during the RFP/RFQ process.
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Protects parties against false statements made during the procurement process that may influence decision-making.
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Controls the use of exclusion and limitation clauses in contracts, ensuring fairness in commercial agreements.
Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998: Sets rules for payment terms and interest on late payments in commercial transactions.
Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006: Protects employees' rights when business ownership changes, relevant if the RFP involves service transfer.
Equality Act 2010: Ensures non-discrimination and equal treatment in business practices and procurement processes.
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protects intellectual property rights in procurement documentation and subsequent contracts.
Trade Marks Act 1994: Governs the protection of trademarks and brand elements in commercial agreements.
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Sets environmental standards and requirements that may need to be considered in procurement specifications.
Climate Change Act 2008: Establishes framework for reducing carbon emissions, relevant for sustainable procurement requirements.
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Sets fundamental health and safety requirements that must be considered in service or product specifications.
Modern Slavery Act 2015: Requires larger organizations to ensure their supply chains are free from slavery and human trafficking.
