Legacy termsLegacy term
Competitive Procedure with Negotiation (CPN)
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
CPN is legacy. Negotiation now happens within a published CFP design.
Last updated: 18 May 2026
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Common questions
What is Competitive Procedure With Negotiation?
CPN was a PCR 2015 procedure allowing negotiation with selected tenderers. It is replaced by the Competitive Flexible Procedure.
Is this still current after February 2025?
No. Legacy term.