Organisations
Procurement Review Unit (PRU)
Quick answer
The Procurement Review Unit (PRU) investigates serious Procurement Act 2023 breaches and can recommend setting aside awards. Suppliers use it alongside procurement challenges.
Last updated: 18 May 2026
When PRU matters
Allegations of direct award abuse, evaluation fraud, or exclusion without proper grounds. Tight timescales apply.
Common questions
What is Procurement Review Unit?
The Procurement Review Unit investigates serious breaches of the Procurement Act 2023 and can recommend set-aside of awards. It replaces much of the old Remedies Directives court-first culture with a specialist unit.
Is this still current after February 2025?
Yes under the Procurement Act 2023.