These notes explore specific aspects of effective commissioning practice. If you have any questions or comments about these materials, please email us.

Commissioning guidelines for schools

This document outlines commissioning guidelines for schools. It describes good effective commissioning as being about culture as well as practice. At times, commissioned activity has achieved less than effective delivery, but schools are in a good position to insist on the right outcomes from any commissioned work.

NHS Act 2006 partnership agreement: Designing and drafting your agreement

This paper offers advice on how to develop an S75 written agreement between an NHS body (PCT or NHS Trust, or NHS Foundation Trust) and a local authority. It provides useful tips on designing and drafting your local agreement.

Learning together reports

These learning together reports are practical documents for commissioners responding to their local circumstances.