Excellence In Social Value Award
Social value is well established as a key ingredient of successful public procurement. This category recognises organisations, projects or initiatives that are breaking new ground in delivering social value, with a focus on supplier engagement, end user benefits and measurable outcomes.
Sector: Public Sector
Timescale: A GO Awards submission in this category must cover activity during the period January 2024 to June 2025.
Entry Questions
Background
Please provide background detail on the organisation submitting an entry into this category. (This answer will not be scored)
Challenges & Overcoming Barriers:
What were the key challenges in embedding social value within your procurement activities? How did you overcome these challenges, and what difference has this made to communities, end users, and public services?
Driving Innovation & Best Practice:
How have you used innovative approaches or best practices to enhance social value in your tendering process? Provide examples of new strategies or methodologies that have improved outcomes for people and communities.
Impact & Measurable Outcomes:
What tangible outcomes demonstrate the social value created by your procurement activities? Include data, testimonials or case studies that showcase how your work has positively impacted individuals or wider society.
Sustainability & Long-Term Benefits:
How does your organisation ensure that social value is embedded in procurement decisions for long-term sustainability and regeneration? Describe how you are fostering ongoing benefits beyond the immediate scope of a particular contract.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:
How have you engaged with suppliers, public sector partners or community groups to maximise social value? Share specific examples of collaboration that have resulted in enhanced social impact.
Going Beyond Expectations:
In what ways has your organisation exceeded standard procurement practices to drive social value? Highlight unique initiatives, extra commitments or actions that have set you apart as a leader in this area.
