About
Claritas Procurement is dedicated to helping independent schools simplify procurement and achieve substantial savings. Founded with a commitment to delivering clarity and value, we offer straightforward, agenda-free advice tailored to the unique needs of schools.
We’re here to support schools to simplify and streamline the procurement process and buy better. With over 30 years’ experience serving the education sector, our founder and CEO Derrick Murphy, is skilled in researching and identifying top-tier service providers, preparing tender documents, reviewing quotes, and negotiating terms and conditions to secure significant discounts.
Delivering real savings for schools
We specialise in procurement that empowers schools to make informed, strategic decisions. With a keen eye for detail, we evaluate complex contracts to ensure best-in-class solutions, support, and leasing terms.
We help bursars and budget holders navigate supplier options, manage tenders, negotiate terms and evaluate supplier performance. Our support spans the entire procurement process, ensuring schools receive exceptional value without sacrificing quality.
With years of experience in procurement and contract management, we’ve consistently achieved significant savings for educational institutions by streamlining processes, evaluating supplier performance, and negotiating better deals across many categories.
Results that make an impact
Here are just a few examples of the measurable cost reductions we’ve delivered:
- 48% reduction in document and print costs.
- £120,000 saved on photocopiers over the contract life.
- 14% reduction in hardware costs for student tablets, saving £20,000 in the first year alone.
- 40% reduction in telephony system costs.
- Delivered a £13,000 saving on photocopiers over the contract period compared to the previous deal for Moulsford Prep School.
- Negotiated better terms on school uniform contracts, reducing risk to secure a fair agreement.
Interested in realising savings like these?
We’re offering a totally free, no-obligation contract review service that’ll show you what to expect from Claritas. Send us an existing agreement for appraisal, and we’ll compile a summary report tailored to your school’s needs.
Let us help you save
If you’d like to find out how we can help your school save money, streamline procurement processes, and make sure you’re getting the best value from your suppliers. Schedule a no-obligation 20-minute call.