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What Is Termination of a Public Contract?
This is a UK procurement term. Ending a contract before its natural expiry, either for cause such as serious breach, or under rights reserved in the contract.
When can a buyer terminate a public contract?
For serious breach, under termination rights in the contract, and under implied rights in the Procurement Act 2023, for example if the supplier becomes excluded.
What must the buyer publish?
A contract termination notice within 30 days of the contract ending.
What should suppliers check before signing?
The termination clauses, notice periods and any compensation for early termination for convenience.
