This accessibility statement applies to the Procurement Journey website (www.procurementjourney.scot).

This website is run by the Scottish Government. We want as many people as possible to be able to use this website.

You should be able to:

• change colours, contrast levels and fonts
• zoom in up to 400% without text being cut off
• navigate most of the website using a keyboard
• navigate most of the website using speech recognition software
• listen to most of the website using a screen reader

We also aim to use clear and simple language.

How accessible is this website

We know some parts of this website are not fully accessible.

An independent accessibility audit carried out in September 2025 identified the issues listed below.

Navigation and menus

• Some menus do not clearly tell screen reader users when submenus open or close.
• Some expandable sections (accordions) cannot be reached or used with a keyboard.
• Some expandable sections do not tell screen reader users whether they are open or closed.

Keyboard access

• Some interactive elements do not show a clear focus indicator when using a keyboard.
• Some content cannot be accessed using keyboard navigation alone.

Tables and layout

• Some tables do not reflow properly when zoomed in.
• Some tables do not use correct header markup, which makes them harder to understand with screen readers.
• Some tables are used for layout rather than data.

Headings and structure

• Heading levels are not always used in the correct order.
• Some text looks like a heading but is not marked up as one.

Colour contrast

• Some colour combinations do not meet minimum contrast standards.
• Some icons and buttons are difficult to see against their background.

PDF documents and images

• Some images in PDFs do not have clear alternative text.
• Some icons may not be properly described to screen reader users.

Zoom and text resizing

• Some content does not respond properly to browser text resizing.
• Some content may be pushed off screen at high magnification.

What we are doing to improve accessibility

We are reviewing the issues identified in the September 2025 audit and prioritising improvements based on impact and severity.

We are currently working to:

• make accordion and navigation components fully keyboard accessible
• improve screen reader support in menus
• correct heading structure and table markup
• improve colour contrast
• ensure tables reflow correctly when zoomed
• improve alternative text in PDFs

Feedback and contact information

If you find any problems not listed on this page, or think we are not meeting accessibility requirements, please use our “contact us” webform.

We aim to respond within 10 working days.

Enforcement procedure

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is responsible for enforcing the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (2) Accessibility Regulations 2018.

If you are not happy with how we respond, you can contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS).

Technical information about this website’s accessibility

The Scottish Government is committed to making its websites accessible, in line with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (2) Accessibility Regulations 2018.

This website is partially compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines version 2.1 AA standard, due to the issues listed above.

Preparation of this accessibility statement

This statement was prepared on: 19 February 2026.

Testing was carried out using:

• Microsoft Edge with JAWS
• Microsoft Edge with ZoomText
• Microsoft Edge with Dragon Professional 16

A representative sample of pages was tested.

The website was last tested in September 2025 by an independent accessibility specialist.

New Contract and Supplier Management (CSM) guidance is now available on the Procurement Journey, supporting Scottish public sector organisations to manage contracts effectively from mobilisation through to exit.

The guidance provides practical advice to help improve consistency, manage risk, and deliver better outcomes and value for money.

What’s new:

• clear expectations for effective contract and supplier management
• practical guidance covering key stages of the contract lifecycle, including new stations, case studies, FAQs, tools and templates
• support for managing performance, relationships, change and exit
• strong links to wider procurement policy and good practice
• new Contract and Supplier Management Guidance for non-procurement staff

The guidance is designed to help organisations:

• embed good contract management practices from the outset
• strengthen supplier relationships and performance management
• manage change, risk and issues in a consistent and proportionate way
• support delivery of policy outcomes, including sustainability, fair work and community benefits

Find out more:

• Access the new Contract and Supplier Management Guidance for Route 1, Route 2 and Route 3
• Access the new Contract and Supplier Management Guidance for Non-Procurement Staff

Users are encouraged to review the guidance and consider how it can support current and future contracts. 

There is a feedback form attached, which we would appreciate you taking a few minutes to complete and submit. Feedback will help shape future improvements and ensure the guidance continues to meet the needs of users.

Please complete the feedback form by 5pm Friday 29 May 2026.

If you have an enquiry or experience any issues, please contact: commercialcapability@gov.scot