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The Procurement Act 2023 & Social Value: What authorities & suppliers need to know

Written by Social Value Portal | Apr 28, 2025 8:00:00 AM

As of 24 February 2025, 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:

  • The history of Social Value legislation
  • How the Act will unlock Social Value across the supply chain
  • New requirements for contracting authorities
  • How suppliers can win work and demonstrate delivery

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