Procurement privacy notice - Privacy notices

Why we collect information about you
  • to manage procurement activity
  • to process quotes and tenders
  • to undertake public consultations
  • to respond to supplier engagement
  • to undertake supplier and contract management
  • to support the tendering process
What type of information we may collect
  • name, address and contact information
  • personal information relating to your business or service role
  • financial information of sole traders and individuals who are self employed
Lawful bases for processing information about you
  • necessary to comply with a legal obligation
  • necessary to perform a task carried out in the public interest or in the exercise of official authority
  • necessary for the performance of a contract
How we may collect your information
  • provided to us directly by you
  • provided by another organisation or business involved in the procurement process
Who we may share your information with
  • external auditors and consultants
  • fraud prevention agencies
  • government departments
How long we hold your information for

We are required to retain your information for as long as is necessary, after which it will be securely destroyed.

Further information on retention periods is available through our customer privacy notice.

Your information rights

You have several rights in relation to the information that the council holds about you. For information about your rights, when they might apply and how to make a request to exercise them, please see our customer privacy notice.

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