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The Procurement Act 2023 & Social Value: What authorities & suppliers need to know (2026 update)

Written by Social Value Portal | Feb 23, 2026 9:00:00 AM

Public procurement in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland is now governed by the Procurement Act 2023.

This a critical milestone for Social Value, with the Act strengthening its role in procurement decisions not only at the evaluation stage but across the entire contract lifecycle.  

In this breakdown, we explore:

  • How the Act is unlocking Social Value across the supply chain
  • New requirements for contracting authorities
  • How suppliers can win work and demonstrate delivery

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