Facilities Management Procurement for Schools
Facilities management shouldn’t devour your budget.
But for many schools and multi-academy trusts, it does.
Between rising costs, inconsistent suppliers and the time it takes to manage it all, services like grounds maintenance and waste management for schools quickly become a drain on already stretched teams.
We support schools and MATs with facilities management procurement, helping you source better suppliers, clearer contracts and services that deliver what they promise.
From first review through to implementation, we handle the process end-to-end, so you can focus on running your school, not managing suppliers.
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What is Facilities Management in Schools?
Facilities management covers everything that keeps your school running day to day.
You know, the services that people only notice when they go wrong.
Cleaning, maintenance, grounds maintenance and waste management plans for schools all sit under the same umbrella, each with their own suppliers, costs and compliance requirements.
This can cause headaches, making things harder to manage, and making it incredibly difficult to know whether you’re getting any value for money out of your facilities management contracts.
A structured approach to procurement facilities management brings everything back under control. If you’re after better contracts that save you money, all while cutting down on the stress of management, we’d be happy to talk.
Chat with our school FM specialistsWhy Schools Choose Outsourced Facilities Management
Most schools don’t choose to outsource because they want to. They do it because the alternative isn’t working.
Recruitment is difficult and expensive; finding the right people for the job can seem impossible at times.
Outsourced school facilities management gives you access to the support you need at more reasonable prices. It’s our job to help you find and procure the perfect facilities at the best prices.
With us, you get:
Better control over costs
In-house teams can be unpredictable and expensive to manage. Outsourcing allows you to benchmark suppliers properly and lock in clearer, more consistent pricing.
Access to the right expertise
From specialist schools’ grounds maintenance companies to compliant waste providers, you’re working with people who do this every day, instead of trying to build that capability internally.
Confidence around compliance
Health and safety, environmental standards, and safeguarding. These aren’t areas you can afford to get wrong. The right suppliers reduce that risk significantly.
Less time spent managing it all
Rotas, contracts, performance issues, supplier conversations. It adds up. Outsourcing, done properly, gives that time back.
How We Make Facilities Management Procurement More Efficient
Our objective is to procure the best possible facilities for your school(s) without compromising on quality.
We do this by reviewing, structuring and simplifying the procurement process on your behalf, identifying where you’re overpaying or underperforming.
We define a clear specification, run a structured tender and manage supplier selection. We know what a good deal looks like, and we won’t settle for anything less than perfect.
The schools we partner with trust us to manage the entire process. You get final say on which supplier to choose, but we’ll only put you in front of the best.
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Why Choose Procure Education?
We are education procurement specialists – we exclusively work with schools and multi-academy trusts, helping them find the right outsourced suppliers for essential services such as cleaning, catering and facilities management.
Chances are, procurement is one of the many things on your plate. Let us make things easier, cheaper and more efficient.
Our specialist accountants support with key financials, our sustainability experts work with you to find suppliers that meet your environmental needs, and our compliance managers guarantee that you’re fully adherent to any and all regulations.
We’ll become your facilities procurement partners – the success, happiness and health of your students is our key priority, always.
Get in touchIt all starts with a chat
We’re here when you’re ready. The first step is a no-obligation chat with our procurement specialists. We’re here to act as advisors. If you’ve got any questions, please do let us know.
