What you need to do
If you need to use a new supplier and want a Purchase Order in place before the October freeze, your supplier request must be with Procurement by 21 September. Allow two weeks for supplier setup, then further time to raise and approve the Purchase Order before 19 October.
- Include bank details – requests without them will be delayed.
- If you miss this date, use a blanket Purchase Order against an existing approved supplier to cover your needs during the freeze.
FAQ
What if I only need the supplier set up, not a Purchase Order?
Supplier setup freezes on 12 October. Get the request in before then. You can request new suppliers again from w/c 16 November once Atlas is live – guidance on the new process will be shared before go live.