Legacy termsLegacy term
Competitive Dialogue
This term is no longer in use under the Procurement Act 2023 regime (from 24 February 2025). See the current equivalent: Competitive Flexible Procedure.
Quick answer
Competitive dialogue is legacy (PCR 2015). Use CFP with dialogue stages under the Procurement Act 2023.
Last updated: 18 May 2026
Note
Dialogue is still possible inside CFP, but the statutory procedure name has changed.
Common questions
What is Competitive Dialogue?
Competitive dialogue was a PCR 2015 procedure for complex contracts with negotiation before final tenders. It is absorbed into the CFP under the Procurement Act 2023.
Is this still current after February 2025?
No. Legacy term.