How to Strengthen Your Governance for Tenders, Inspections, and Commissioners
Why Governance Matters
Strong governance isn’t just about having policies in place — it’s about demonstrating how leadership, accountability, and risk management are embedded into your organisation’s day-to-day practice. This matters not only for CQC compliance but also for commissioners assessing your tenders and ongoing contract performance.
What Commissioners and Inspectors Look For
- Clear lines of accountability, from the Board to frontline practice
- Evidence of leadership oversight on quality, safeguarding, and risk
- Effective systems for continuous improvement and learning
- Governance that actively protects people’s rights, dignity, and outcomes
How to Strengthen Your Governance
Strengthening governance starts with clarity. Your organisation should have documented structures that show who is accountable for what — not just on paper but in practice. Regular governance meetings, audits, and quality reports provide evidence of oversight and responsiveness.
Review key documents regularly:
- Governance frameworks and organisational charts
- Quality assurance frameworks
- Safeguarding and risk management strategies
- Board and leadership meeting minutes
Ensure these align with regulatory expectations and are reflected in everyday service delivery.
Governance in Tenders
When writing tenders, strong governance can strengthen your score. Commissioners look for assurances that providers are well-led, proactive on quality, and capable of managing risk. Your governance approach should demonstrate how you:
- Maintain oversight and accountability
- Monitor and improve quality
- Respond to incidents and learning
- Comply with regulations and legislation
Well-presented governance structures give commissioners confidence in your ability to deliver safe, effective, and sustainable services.
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Updated for Procurement Act 2023 • CQC-aligned • BASE-aligned (where relevant)