Members of the London Practice Forum are obliged to abide by our Principles and Ethical Charter. One of the requirements of our charter is that signatories do not to apply for public tenders which prioritise price over quality. A recent tender opportunity issued through Waltham Forest's Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) not only scores the cost … Continue reading Letter to London Borough of Waltham Forest
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The London Practice Forum and Project Compass - a community interest company that campaigns for better public procurement - have co-authored a formal response to the Government's Green Paper on procurement reform, which was published on 15 December 2020.
The London Practice Forum comprises 21 leading architectural practices. Together we have immense influence over the choice of other consultants with which we work. We are often asked to recommend, or sub-contract, services from other disciplines. This privileged position enables us to take steps to address the lack of diversity in the wider industry. It … Continue reading Call for Colleagues