Social Value & Net Zero in Social Care — A Complete 7-Part Guide

September 11, 2025

Social value and Net Zero are fast becoming decisive factors in social care commissioning. Commissioners, inspectors, and communities are no longer reassured by general statements about “giving back.” They expect clear commitments, measurable outcomes, and credible evidence that providers create wider community benefit while progressing toward decarbonisation.

This seven-part blog series explores how providers can embed social value and Net Zero in practice — from understanding the NHS Social Value Model to delivering community benefits, measuring what matters, operationalising Net Zero, and evidencing impact in tenders and inspections. Whether you’re preparing a learning disability tender, a domiciliary care bid, or home care submission, these insights will help you demonstrate sustainability, inclusion, and community impact with confidence.

📚 The 7-Part Social Value & Net Zero Blog Series

🧠 Why This Series Matters

Social value and Net Zero are not add-ons — they are scored criteria and culture markers. Across this series, we show how providers can:

Translate the NHS Social Value Model into practical, local commitments
Turn Net Zero pledges into operational action across energy, fleet, and procurement
Deliver community benefits through jobs, apprenticeships, volunteering, and inclusion
Measure and report impact using TOMs, SROI, and tailored KPIs
Embed social value into everyday delivery, QA, and governance
Evidence outcomes confidently in tenders and inspections

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Updated for Procurement Act 2023 • CQC-aligned • BASE-aligned (where relevant)