Understanding Contracts

The world of public service delivery is increasingly complex and is changing rapidly.

When it comes to contracts, it is essential that organisations are able to identify risks and make sound assessments.

This guide will help charities make the most appropriate decisions for their organisations and their future.

The guide has been written by Shivaji Shiva, an Associate Solicitor at Anthony Collins Solicitors who also delivered the training courses. It will be an invaluable resource for local development workers, chief officers and the wider sector to help navigate the world of contracts.

It covers the basics of contract law, the law in practice and common issues and problems that often arise with contracts and ways of dealing with them.

The guide is just £15 including postage, discounted to £12 including postage for NAVCA members, to order your copy email lcpu@navca.org.uk. 

NAVCA's Local Commissioning and Procurement Unit

Understanding Contracts was produced by NAVCA'a Local Commissioning and Procurement Unit, which exists to help local suport and development organisations.  They work with trustees, senior officers and development workersand help organisations understand the new commissioning and procurement landscape, and prepare frontline groups for the challenges ahead.

The team provides practical information, advice and guidance to help local oluntary organisations and community groups engage with commissioning and procurement - whether this involves contributing to an understanding of communnity needs, shaping the design of services or winning and delivering contracts.

Find the latest publications, policy and research analysis at www.navca.org.uk/lcpu