Durham University Success Story
Durham University Unlocks Cost Control and Sustainable Procurement with Procured.
SUCCESS STORY
Durham University
Durham University, one of the UK’s leading academic institutions, has achieved strong cost control across its catering operations, keeping cost increases below inflation through its partnership with ProcurED.
Through our partnership, we have supported procurement activity across wholesale, food-to-go, beers, wines & spirits, and non-food categories. Each tender has delivered measurable savings, while structured supplier management has helped maintain consistent value through ongoing price reviews. This has enabled Durham University to maintain strong cost control across its catering operations.
Delivering value across catering categories
“Procured has been instrumental in helping our catering and operations teams manage costs effectively. Their data insights give us visibility across key areas of spend. We view our collaboration as a true partnership - one that integrates seamlessly with our operations to deliver robust procurement solutions, driving commercial value and savings for the University.”
Paul Taylor, Head of Operations at Durham University
Supporting sustainability and social impact
Procured has also supported Durham University’s sustainability and social impact goals by connecting the University with local and purpose-led suppliers, including Big River Bakery in Newcastle and Marlish Water in Northumberland.
The Marlish Water partnership has also supported student engagement, offering insight into sustainable farming practices such as renewable energy use and tree-planting initiatives.
“Procured understands the finer details of our requirements and ensures their account management and processes are aligned to support us.”
Paul Taylor, Head of Operations at Durham University
Working as an extension of the University’s team, ProcurED helps optimise procurement processes, manage supplier relationships, and provide hands-on expertise across catering operations - delivering improved visibility, measurable savings, and aligned supplier partnerships.
An extension of the University’s team
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