ABSTRACT
Public sector procurement covers the purchasing of almost everything the public sector requires. Whether it is a full-blown replacement picture archiving and communication system (PACS) or routine clinical supplies, a process in accordance with specific regulations is required. The relevant regulations (in the UK) are the Public Contract Regulations 2006 or the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2006, which comply with the European Commission Consolidated Directive on Public Procurement (2014/24/EU). These are intended to ensure all procurements are as fair and transparent as possible and that value for money is obtained. Most imaging informatics professionals will at some time be involved in radiology-based informatics procurement. As the two most common processes for imaging informatics professionals to be involved in, the chapter provides an overview of the restricted and the competitive dialogue procedures. Imaging informatics professionals who are reading after the UK has completed its withdrawal from the EU should check with their institution's procurement department for any changes.
