2.4. Understanding Community Benefits and Sustainability

Sustainable procurement is a vital element of public sector procurement. As well as environmental issues it also includes social issues such as equality and diversity, and fair and ethical trading, plus economic issues including opportunities for SMEs and the third sector.

This workshop is particularly recommended for third sector organisations

Key topics:

What is sustainable procurement?
Procurement for supported businesses and the third sector
Community benefits
Living wage
Being a “Best practice employer”
Life cycle costing
Delivering “Added Value”
Corporate social responsibility

This event is suitable for you if:

You have a good understanding of public sector procurement (completed Level 1 or have equivalent experience)
 You want to understand how best to demonstrate community benefit in your bid

You can attend the webinar from the comfort of your own desk – the joining instructions and link will be emailed to you the day before this event.

To prepare, you can access SDP's top tips on how to join a webinar, or alternatively please email info@sdpscotland.co.ukif you have any further questions about the joining process.

Please feel free to join the webinar 10-15 minutes before the start time.

Your next workshop is–

3.1. Seeking feedback and improving your bid