Decision:
Recommendations approved.
Reasons for Recommendation(s):
1. Use of the Social Value Portal and TOM’s calculator (Themes, Outcomes and Measures) will provide a consistent, standard approach to the application and measurement, and ongoing contract management and reporting of the delivery of the SV offered.
2. PPN 11/20 provides an opportunity – in appropriate circumstances- to reserve procurements by geographical area and/or to SME’s / VCSE’s but must be used appropriately.
Alternative Options Considered and Rejected:
1. Not to use SVP and/ or TOM’s and to develop a specific bespoke Social Value Procurement Framework.