Common use of Framework Management Structure Clause in Contracts

Framework Management Structure. The Supplier shall provide a suitably qualified nominated contact (the “Framework Manager”) who will take overall responsibility for delivering the Goods and Services required within this Framework Agreement, as well as a suitably qualified deputy to act in their absence. The Supplier shall put in place a structure to manage the Framework in accordance with Schedule 1 (Goods and Services). A full governance structure for the Framework will be agreed between the Parties during the Framework Agreement implementation stage. Regular performance reviews will take place throughout the Framework Agreement (“Framework Review Meetings”). The exact timings and frequencies of such Framework Review Meetings will be determined by the Authority following award of the Framework Agreement. It is anticipated that during the first twelve (12) Months of the Framework Agreement the structure and frequency of the meetings will be as set out in paragraphs 2.2.2 to 2.2.5 below. Flexibility from both Parties will be expected over the frequency, timings and content of these reviews. The Supplier Representative and Authority Representative shall meet every twelve (12) Months. The Authority sees these meetings as a vital element in developing a strategic relationship with the Supplier and to promote the building of a positive working relationship. The content of these meetings will be agreed between both Parties at least fourteen (14) Working Days before the date of the Strategic Management Review. The Strategic Management Review meeting will consider as a minimum: Overall framework performance including Supplier’s supply chain performance, including an assessment of SME’s being used to supply and/or deliver goods and services; Efficiency opportunities, e.g. cost drivers (Supplier and Authority); Benchmarking including progress against Government efficiency targets; Market conditions (UK/Global market share, financials); Policy updates including emerging Government initiatives; Security and Risk management.

Framework Management Structure. The Supplier shall provide a suitably qualified nominated contact (the “Framework Manager”) who will take overall responsibility for delivering the Goods and Services required within this Framework Agreement, as well as a suitably qualified deputy to act in their absence. The Supplier shall put in place management a structure to manage the Framework in accordance with Schedule 1 (Goods and Services). A full governance structure for the Framework will be agreed between the Parties during the Framework Agreement implementation stage. Regular performance reviews will take place throughout the Framework Agreement Term (“Framework Review Meetings”). The exact timings and frequencies of such Framework Review Meetings will be determined by the Authority following award of the Framework Agreement. It is anticipated that during the first twelve (12) Months of the Framework Agreement Term the structure and frequency of the meetings will be as set out in paragraphs 2.2.2 to 2.2.5 below. Flexibility from both Parties will be expected over the frequency, timings and content of these reviews. The Supplier Representative and Authority Representative shall meet every twelve (12) Months. The Authority sees these meetings as a vital element in developing a strategic relationship with the Supplier and to promote the building of a positive working relationship. The content of these meetings will be agreed between both Parties at least fourteen (14) Working Days before the date of the Strategic Management Review. The Strategic Management Review meeting will consider as a minimum: Overall framework overall Framework performance including Suppliersupplier’s supply chain performance, including an assessment of SME’s being used to supply and/or deliver goods and servicesServices; Efficiency efficiency opportunities, e.g. cost drivers (Supplier and Authority); Benchmarking including progress against Government efficiency targets; Market market conditions (UK/Global market share, financials); Policy policy updates including emerging Government initiatives; Security security and Risk risk management.