Opinion piece by Tiia Sammallahti, CEO, whatimpact National Social Value Marketplace Last week, the government released its new National Procurement Policy Statement to support the new Procurement Act 2023 taking place on 24th February 2025, outlining how it plans to leverage its £350 billion annual buying power to benefit society. This builds on the
Dear Reader, Everyone at whatimpact is excited to start 2025 with transformative news that will redefine how VCSE partnerships are formed and how social value is managed in the UK. Over the past twelve months, we’ve had countless conversations with public sector organisations, housing associations, and procurement agencies. A consistent theme is predominant: the challenge
Introducing whatimpact’s National Social Value Marketplace whatimpact.com is evolving into a free, open-access platform that revolutionises how Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) connect with private sector organisations offering funding, in-kind support, and skilled volunteers. Our interactive map will showcase over 250,000 VCSEs across the UK with Charity Commission and Companies House data, providing them
Building partnerships between government suppliers and locally relevant VCSEs (Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises) is a cornerstone of social value delivery. Crafting a compelling social value plan can set your organization apart, enabling it to stand out in competitive tenders. VCSEs bring their expertise and grassroots projects to the table, offering vehicles for government suppliers
As a government supplier or responsible business, you’ve likely experienced the challenges of navigating multiple systems, investing significant time, and incurring high costs to identify the right VCSE (charities, social enterprises, and community groups) partners for public sector procurement, CSR, or ESG requirements. Whether you’re bidding for tenders, creating social value plans, or seeking local
Social Mobility With the cost of living crisis affecting everyone in the country and rising inflation, social mobility is a highly relevant topic. It is important that everyone should have access to the same opportunities regardless of their background and the circumstances in which they were born, but unfortunately, this is not the reality for