Copyright Birmingham Picture Library Corporate Procurement Services (CPS) lies at the centre of the Council's procurement activity and provides specialist support to all Council departments, other associated public organisations and Schools in all tasks relating to buying a wide range of goods and services using a variety of contractual arrangements. The Procurement & Commissioning Strategy 2008 - 2010 sets out Birmingham City Council's approach to using its resources in the best possible way to meet the needs of Birmingham's citizens, and secure its strategic outcomes. The Procurement & Commissioning Strategy 2008 -2010 is the first strategy that covers both commissioning and procurement. It also explains the need for a 'golden thread' that links every worker within Birmingham City Council are involved in the procurement process. CPS as a duty to promote these aims, and this is reflected in our mission statement: Enabling the Council to make best use of resources in achieving excellant outcomes for Birmingham citizens. For all purchasing or contract queries please contact us: Corporate Procurement Services P O BOX 10680 Birmingham B4 7WB Telephone: 0121 464 8000 Fax: 0121 303 7322 Email: CPS@birmingham.gov.uk

Payment Terms Notice Birmingham City Council payment terms are 30 days from receipt of invoice or agreed contract terms where applicable. Please contact Corporate Procurement Services Tel: (0121) 464 8000 or email: cps@birmingham.gov.uk to discuss early payment options.