Delivering Social Value in public contracts - info session for brokers

PPN 01/21 will see social value placed at the very heart of public procurement. It will create a range of positive social, economic and environmental impacts, promoting the wellbeing of individuals, communities and the environment, and rewarding those companies that think socially and innovatively for the common good.

Brokers are organisations in Northern Ireland who work with people who are looking for employment, work placement opportunities, skills development and/or employment support and can help suppliers deliver their social value requirements

As a broker, the new procurement policy presents potential opportunities for you and the people you support.  Suppliers who are awarded public contracts where the Procurement Regulations apply will now be required to deliver a range of social value initiatives that will:

• Create job opportunities for people who face barriers to work
• Invest in skills and educational attainment
• Assist and include Social Enterprises and new businesses in the supply chain
• Support and contribute to the work of Voluntary and Community organisations
• Promote equality and diversity throughout the contract workforce
• Reduce our carbon footprint
• Improve mental health and wellbeing

If you are also bidding for public contracts, it is important you are aware of the new procurement policy and how it will work in practice in Northern Ireland.