Are you a supplier with an innovative product or service? Or a local authority seeking innovative solutions to elevate your projects? Unlocking innovation shouldn’t be complicated. Last year, in partnership with the Crown Commercial Service (CCS), the largest procurement organisation in the UK, we proudly introduced a pioneering platform tailored for Local Authorities to procure innovative products and services with ease.
Supported by the Department for Transport (DfT), the LCRIG Innovation Procurement System (IPS) has been meticulously designed to eliminate barriers to innovation, offering a flexible and fully compliant procurement route for Local Authorities. We’ve already seen registrations from both Local Authorities and suppliers on our platform, and as we prepare to unveil new categories, we invite you to explore the LCRIG IPS and join us in this journey of innovation. Here’s some of the key benefits:
Centralised Procurement Platform: LCRIG IPS provides the only central place for Local Authorities to procure highways and transport innovation, streamlining the entire process.
Low-Cost Procurement: Designed to enhance flexibility, the LCRIG IPS empowers Local Authorities to purchase innovative solutions in a cost-effective manner removing the cost-plus model and providing clear risk management.
Strategic Partnership: LCRIG’s strategic partnership with CCS delivers support and expertise in procurement, making it easier for Local Authorities to embrace innovation and be compliant with procurement law.
The road surfacing category was the first category to launch. Covering a range of solutions from road condition monitoring and surveying to road surface treatments, this category is designed to support Local Authorities in buying innovative products and services to improve road surface conditions.
The second category, Traffic Signal-Sensing-Controls, will launch later this month and will cover a range of technology products and solutions for traffic signals, traffic control, traffic sensing, monitoring and interventions. Products and solutions may range from signals, sensors and smart infrastructure through to intelligent traffic management and AI based solutions.
But LCRIG IPS isn’t just about procurement; it’s about fostering strategic partnerships between Local Authorities and innovative suppliers. By teaming up with CCS, we’ve curated a diverse pool of pre-approved suppliers offering ground-breaking solutions. This collaborative approach not only streamlines procurement processes but also nurtures a culture of innovation within Local Authorities.
Together with CCS, we are bridging the gap between innovative suppliers and Local Authorities, dedicated to simplifying and accelerating the procurement of cutting-edge solutions.
Ready to discover the benefits of LCRIG IPS? Click here to learn more about how LCRIG IPS can streamline your procurement processes and empower your journey towards innovation.