Project Delivery & Procurement Training

Practical, tailored training programmes that help public sector professionals deliver projects and procure goods and services with confidence, legal compliance and value.

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What We Offer

We deliver practical procurement training and development for public sector teams working in procurement, contract management, project delivery and fraud prevention. All programmes are grounded in real government experience and tailored to your sector, priorities and level of risk. Our courses also focus on building essential project management skills, ensuring teams have the knowledge and tools to deliver successful projects every time.

  • Effective Briefings and Submissions

    Produce concise, persuasive, and well-evidenced documents tailored for senior decision-makers, ministers, and boards.

  • Contract Management Essentials

    Manage the full contract lifecycle with confidence, build strong supplier relationships, monitor performance using KPIs, and maintain supply chain resilience.

  • Project Management Fundamentals

    Build a structured approach to planning, delivery and governance, using tools to manage scope, time, cost and quality.

  • Understanding Procurement Law and Procedures

    Navigate the Procurement Act 2023, meet transparency requirements, and work effectively with SMEs while staying compliant with evolving procurement regulations.

  • Ethical and Value-Driven Procurement

    Deliver procurement that balances cost-effectiveness with public accountability, transparency and social value.

  • Counter-Fraud in Procurement and Finance

    Recognise red flags, strengthen internal controls and apply practical anti-fraud measures relevant to public sector risks.

  • Business Cases and Benefits Management

    Create robust, evidence-based business cases and use tools to plan, monitor and demonstrate public value and return on investment.

  • Embedding Social Value in Procurement

    Incorporate social, environmental and community outcomes into procurement strategy and supplier evaluation.

  • Writing Winning Bids and Grant Applications

    Craft strong, persuasive proposals to secure public funding, grants or contracts with clear, evidence-based content.

  • Financial Reporting for Public Bodies

    Produce accurate, accessible and compliant financial reports tailored to public sector frameworks and stakeholder expectations.

  • Stakeholder Engagement for Delivery Success

    Work effectively with internal teams, partners and suppliers to build trust, manage expectations and keep projects on track.

  • Regulation, Oversight and Governance

    Understand your oversight role in enforcing standards, embedding scrutiny and upholding compliance in project and procurement activity.

  • Managing Risk in Public Sector Projects

    Identify and mitigate risks at each stage of delivery, respond to change and uncertainty, and maintain value for money.

  • Monitoring, Evaluation and Benefits Realisation

    Define success upfront, track delivery progress and demonstrate impact using meaningful metrics and evaluation methods.

  • Negotiation Skills for Public Sector Contracts

    Equip staff with tools to negotiate fairly but effectively with suppliers, especially under constrained budgets or strict regulations.

  • Commercial Awareness for Non-Commercial Teams

    Build understanding of markets, pricing strategies, and commercial drivers to help teams make better-informed decisions.

  • Sustainable Procurement

    Go beyond social value to focus on environmental sustainability, circular economy, and net-zero targets in purchasing decisions.

  • Digital & Technology Procurement

    Address challenges unique to commissioning digital services or software, including IP, agile delivery, and legacy systems.

  • Category Management in Public Procurement

    Introduce strategic sourcing approaches to manage spend more effectively across high-value or complex categories.

  • Public Sector Budgeting & Cost Modelling

    Help teams forecast, profile, and model costs in line with HM Treasury Green Book or spending review expectations.

  • Change Management for Project Leads

    Support delivery teams in leading people through change, particularly when projects impact working culture or public service outcomes.

Most Requested Sample Agendas

  • A Guide to Successful Contract Management

    Learn to manage contracts effectively, strengthen supplier relationships and deliver better results.

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  • A Guide to Project Management

    Gain practical skills to plan, manage and deliver projects with confidence and clarity.

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  • Effective Briefings and Submissions

    Develop the skills to write clear, concise and persuasive briefings and submissions.

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  • Effective Report Writing

    Develop the skills to write clear, concise and impactful reports that get your message across effectively.

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  • Effective Bid Writing

    Learn practical tools and techniques to submit effective and persuasive proposals and winning bids.

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  • Effective Stakeholder Management

    Create a dynamic plan to preserve relationships with your stakeholders and resolve conflicts.

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  • Effective Persuading and Negotiating

    Learn how to effectively persuade and influence partners, suppliers and third parties has great benefits and can be key in helping you build long - lasting partnerships. 

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Mix. Match. Customise.

You don’t have to choose just one. We can combine elements from across these topics to create a tailored programme that meets your team’s exact needs, development goals and working context.

Whether you're looking for a one-off session for your team or a long-term pathway for a whole department, we’ll work with you to design something truly relevant, practical and impactful, built from the parts that matter most to your people.

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Who is this training for?

Whether you're managing projects, overseeing procurement or delivering contracts, our programmes are designed for public sector professionals responsible for successful project delivery, governance and commercial outcomes. We tailor every programme to your organisation, ensuring the content is relevant, practical and immediately applicable to the challenges your teams face.

Feedback & Testimonials

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    “I've really enjoyed today's workshop with Steve. Great delivery style and useful content. I appreciate how easy it was to comprehend, and the language wasn't too difficult, which can sometimes be a barrier”

    - Learning and Development Officer at Nottingham Trent University

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    “I learnt useful skills, risk analysis and terminology around projects and programmes. I also learnt how to implement this in my role as a lawyer and in day-to-day life”

    - Legal Advisor at Government Legal Department

  • uk Anti doping

    “I will improve my tracking tools to be a more effective project manager, ensuring I conduct more reviews such as gate reviews throughout my projects”

    - Project Manager at UK Anti-Doping

  • Serious fraud office

    "An excellent course, run by an excellent trainer, that was able to explain very well how the mind works with learning styles as well as provide some very practical and helpful tools that can be used in the workplace. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to improve their overall agility around different types of documents and briefings at all levels."

    - Lawyer at Serious Fraud Office

More Feedback…

Nottingham Trent University

‘’My team runs project workshops to try to inform our processes across departments. This will impact the content and the other’s understanding of the importance of project management’’
Operations and Stakeholder Engagement Manager

Education & Skills Funding Agency

“I work with a number of teams on projects and will be able to contribute more effectively and feel able to challenge appropriately.”
Programme Support Officer

Government Legal Department

"There were really useful elements that I can use to engage lawyers in conversation with to ensure as a manager I am able to provide a realistic and accurate plan for resourcing large workstreams/projects."
HEO Business Manager

Government Legal Department

"I learnt useful skills, risk analysis and terminologies about projects and programmes. Also learnt about how to implement this in my role as a lawyer and day-to-day life."
G7 Lawyer

UK Power Networks Limited

‘’I really enjoyed the day, very engaging and I liked that the trainer uses to by name and put their efforts in to getting to know what we all wanted from the course’’
Training and Compliance Manager

British Council

"Great trainer! Engaging and huge knowledge base and experience. Very personable - remembered all of our names!"
Policy and Parliamentary Officer

National Crime Agency

"I thought the trainer was exceptional. She was interactive, experienced and built a very good rapport with the participants. The handouts will be very useful also.”
Senior Officer

Arts Council England

“Steve's delivery of the Intro to Project Management course was brilliant. He kept our very busy team engaged throughout both sessions. We had a wide range of experience levels within our group and Steve's bespoke anecdotes meant that the session was tailored to our needs and allowed the information to be easily digestible for all.”
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Success Stories: Mini Case Studies

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    Government Legal Department


    Challenge: The Government Legal Department (GLD) needed to enhance the project delivery confidence of legal professionals working alongside policy and operational teams. Staff required a better understanding of project management terminology, lifecycles, and risk approaches to more effectively contribute to multidisciplinary teams and advise on delivery-related legal matters. 

    Approach: ModernGov delivered a tailored in-house course on A Guide to Project Management, specifically designed for non-project managers in legal and advisory roles. The session provided a practical introduction to project stages, risk identification, governance frameworks, and communication with key stakeholders, all framed around public sector project examples. 

    Results:

    - Improved understanding of core project management principles, tools and terminology 

    - Greater ability to support delivery teams and advise on risk, governance and timelines 

    - Positive feedback on the course’s clarity, legal relevance and real-world applicability 

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    Warwickshire College Group


    Challenge: Warwickshire College Group sought to strengthen their internal procurement knowledge and ensure compliance with the evolving public procurement landscape. Staff involved in contract management and purchasing needed a clearer understanding of legal obligations, supplier engagement protocols, and the implications of the Procurement Act 2023. 

    Approach: ModernGov delivered a customised in-house session on Understanding Procurement Law and Procedures. The training focused on demystifying the new legislative requirements, clarifying procurement thresholds and routes, and building confidence in conducting compliant and transparent procurement activities within an education context. 

    Results:

    - Increased awareness of the Procurement Act 2023 and its practical impact on procurement activities 

    - Greater confidence in applying compliant procedures when selecting and managing suppliers 

    - Strong feedback on the trainer’s expertise and ability to make complex legal concepts accessible 

  • UK Anti-Doping


    Challenge: UK Anti-Doping needed to upskill staff involved in planning and delivering internal projects, with a focus on improving consistency, accountability, and the use of formal project methodologies. The goal was to equip team members with practical tools to manage projects more effectively and increase organisational confidence in delivery. 

    Approach: ModernGov delivered a tailored Fundamentals of Project Management course designed to introduce core principles, tools, and techniques. The session included hands-on exercises covering risk management, project planning, and stakeholder engagement, with a strong emphasis on real-world application. 

    Results:

    - Improved understanding of project lifecycles, governance and key documentation 

    - Greater confidence in using tracking tools, such as project schedules and gate reviews 

    - Positive feedback on the course’s clarity, relevance, and direct applicability to current roles 

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    Westminster City Council


    Challenge: Teams in Strategy, Performance, Analysis and Business Support needed to improve their ability to read complex documents quickly, draw out key facts, and craft concise and consistent briefings in a fast-paced environment. 

    Approach: ModernGov delivered a full‑day Effective Briefings & Submissions in-house course, tailored specifically to the demands of working in a local government setting. Training covered techniques for summarising information, structuring briefing documents and clear writing.

    Results:

    - Team members reported increased confidence in turning large volumes of information into sharp, readable briefings

    - Greater consistency and clarity across documents shared with leadership and stakeholders

    - Positive feedback on the relevance, interactive approach, and applicability of the course content

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    National Highways

    Challenge: Teams needed to develop skills in delivering clear and effective policy documents that influence internal and external stakeholders.

    Approach: A bespoke session focused on writing policy and technical content with clarity, covering structure, tone, and audience awareness.

    Results:

    - Clearer, more persuasive policy writing

    - Greater internal consistency across reports and submissions

    - Strong feedback on immediate relevance and practical application

  • Department for Business and Trade logo

    Department for Business and Trade

    Challenge: Staff needed to build confidence in influencing senior decision-makers and managing upward communication.

    Approach: Delivered a tailored in-house session on strategic influencing skills, with real-life scenarios and public sector context.

    Results:

    - Increased confidence in stakeholder management

    - Better alignment between messaging and organisational objectives

    - High engagement with scenario-based practice

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What Happens After You Enquire?

  1. We contact you within one working day to discuss your goals and training needs.

  2. We hold a quick consultation to understand your specific requirements.

  3. We create a tailored course proposal with clear details and pricing based on your needs.

Why It Matters

Our programmes are grounded in real public sector challenges and tailored to your team’s goals, roles and working environment.

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42% of public sector projects experience delays, scope changes or cost overruns, often due to unclear governance, underdeveloped business cases or weak risk planning.

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With £379 billion spent annually on UK public procurement, equipping teams with robust commercial, legal and delivery skills is essential to secure public value and avoid costly errors.

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Increasing scrutiny from government, media and the public means procurement and project professionals must balance transparency, efficiency, and ethical standards in every decision.

Here’s Our 5 Step Process 

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Step 1: Initial Consultation

We work with you to gain an in-depth understanding of your specific needs.

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Step 2: Planning

We provide a detailed plan, agreeing your timeline, budget and training needs.

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Step 3: Training Design

With you, we find the right course structure and develop training exercises and materials for your needs.

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Step 4: Programme Delivery

Using a delivery method that suits your needs (online or face-to-face), we make sure the course runs to your requirements.

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Step 5: Post-Course

Using feedback reports, we provide you with detailed insight into the effectiveness of the training. As well as recommendations and follow-up training support.

Project Delivery & Procurement – FAQs

  • At ModernGov, we deliver in-house project delivery & procurement training for a wide range of public sector and publicly funded organisations, including:

    • Central government departments and local government bodies

    • Local authorities and councils

    • Charities and third-sector organisations delivering public services

    • NHS organisations and private healthcare providers

    • Schools, academies and higher education institutions

    • Police forces, emergency services and public safety organisations

    • Justice and legal organisations

  • Both. ModernGov’s training can be delivered on-site face-to-face, either at client locations or at our facilities, or virtually, or through a blended approach.

    This flexible approach allows public sector organisations to select the delivery method that best meets the needs of their workforce, locations and requirements.

  • ModernGov’s programme length varies depending on the organisation’s needs. We offer flexible options, including half-day workshops, multi-day intensive programmes, or multi-session leadership pathways spread over weeks or months.


  • This training is suitable for project managers, procurement professionals, contract officers, finance teams and public sector leaders responsible for planning, procuring and delivering projects and services, as well as supporting governance and compliance.

  • Yes. Our in-house programmes can be designed for mixed groups, bringing together participants from different teams or departments while ensuring the content remains relevant to their roles and responsibilities.

  • Training is delivered by experienced facilitators and practitioners with deep public sector expertise, ensuring content is practical, relevant and grounded in real‑world public procurement, project delivery and governance experience.


  • Organisations can contact ModernGov via our enquiry form, email or phone to discuss training requirements. We provide a consultation to understand needs, customise content and recommend the most suitable delivery approach.

  • Yes. While ModernGov specialises in in-house training for public sector organisations, we also work with private sector organisations, particularly those operating in regulated environments or delivering public services.

    Programmes are tailored to reflect each organisation’s context, priorities and challenges.

  • Yes. Training can be adapted for beginners or teams with limited procurement experience, ensuring that foundational concepts, terminology, and practical steps are fully understood before progressing to more advanced topics.