Local government continues to represent one of the most active and complex areas of public sector procurement, with councils and associated organisations responsible for over £79 billion in annual spend. While financial pressures remain a constant challenge, the need to deliver essential services, drive efficiency, and meet ambitious policy objectives ensures sustained demand across a wide range of sectors.

At the same time, the landscape is evolving. The implementation of the Procurement Act, alongside a stronger emphasis on social value, net zero, and digital transformation, is reshaping how procurement is approached. Ongoing devolution and local government reorganisation are also influencing how decisions are made and where budgets are allocated.

LGPE 2026 takes place at a critical point in this transition.

Bringing together procurement professionals, commissioners, policy leads, and suppliers, LGPE provides a focused environment to explore how these changes are impacting the market in real terms. It is a space for open discussion, practical insight, and meaningful engagement between those buying and those delivering solutions.

From housing delivery and infrastructure to AI, sustainability, and service transformation, LGPE 2026 will facilitate the conversations that matter, helping attendees better understand priorities, identify opportunities, and develop partnerships that support the future of local public services.