You’ve just discovered that a framework you wanted to bid for renewed three weeks ago. You’re locked out for the next four years. How did you miss it? This scenario plays out repeatedly across the UK defence and security sector. Framework renewals are the lifeblood of multi-year revenue streams—yet most suppliers don’t see them coming. The culprit? They’re not monitoring voluntary ex ante transparency notices (VEATs). VEAT notices are used when the usual procurement process, such as an open call or tender notice, is not followed, allowing the contracting authority to proceed without inviting bids from multiple suppliers. A voluntary ex ante…
