How Commissioners Score Social Value in Social Care Tenders

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Scoring is More Structured Than You Think

Commissioners aren’t guessing when they score social value. Most now use structured frameworks to assess how well you meet priorities such as employment, sustainability, and community benefit. Understanding these scoring criteria is key to writing a successful tender.

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What Commissioners Typically Look For

• Specific commitments aligned to their objectives
• Evidence of how you will measure and report outcomes
• Proportionality — promises must match contract size
• Clear links between your core service and social value benefits

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Understanding Weightings

Many tenders now include a defined weighting for social value, often 10% or more. This isn’t a box-ticking exercise; it’s a significant scoring opportunity you can’t afford to underperform on.

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Templates to Support Your Response

Our Social Value Method Statement Collection offers structured examples and templates aligned to commissioner expectations, saving you time and helping you maximise your score.

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Written by Mike Harrison, Founder of Impact Guru Ltd — specialists in bid writing and strategy for social care providers

Visit impact-guru.co.uk to browse strategies, method statements, or get in touch about tender support.