Public Services and Procurement (Social Value) Bill 2015

Public bill · Private Member · Introduced

The Public Services and Procurement (Social Value) Bill 2015 would require public bodies, when buying services, to consider how contracts could improve the local economy, society and environment, alongside delivering the service. They would also have to consider requirements such as recruiting or training people, creating opportunities for small businesses and community organisations, encouraging innovation, and offering subcontracting work, while complying with EU procurement rules.

Formal long title

Bill entitled an Act to require public bodies to have regard to economic, social and environmental well-being in connection with public services contracts; and for related matters

Last updated 12 April 2018