Why Social Value Still Matters in Social Care Tenders
Social Value: A Requirement That Isn’t Going Away
Social value remains a key focus in social care commissioning, with tender questions increasingly asking providers to demonstrate not just what they do — but the wider benefits they deliver for people, communities, and the environment. This reflects broader Government priorities and NHS England’s expectations through the Social Value Model.
What Commissioners Want to See
Commissioners expect clear, tangible examples of how your service delivers added value beyond contractual requirements. This might include:
- Creating local employment opportunities
- Reducing carbon emissions through greener business practices
- Supporting people into volunteering or paid work
- Investing in staff wellbeing and professional development
- Strengthening partnerships with VCSE organisations
How to Strengthen Your Tender Responses
To score highly, you must go beyond generic statements. Provide specific, measurable examples of your existing or planned initiatives. Align these to your local area’s priorities where possible, and demonstrate how you monitor impact over time.
💼 Rapid Support Products (fast turnaround options)
- ⚡ 48-Hour Tender Triage
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- 📝 Tender Proofreading & Light Editing
- 🔍 Pre-Tender Readiness Audit
- 📁 Tender Document Review
🚀 Need a Bid Writing Quote?
If you’re exploring support for an upcoming tender or framework, request a quick, no-obligation quote. I’ll review your documents and respond with:
- A clear scope of work
- Estimated days required
- A fixed fee quote
- Any risks, considerations or quick wins
🔁 Prefer Flexible Monthly Support?
If you regularly handle tenders, frameworks or call-offs, a Monthly Bid Support Retainer may be a better fit.
- Guaranteed hours each month (1, 2, 4 or 8 days)
- Discounted day rates vs ad-hoc consultancy
- Use time flexibly across bids, triage, library updates, renewals
- One-month rollover (fair-use rules applied)
- Cancel anytime before next billing date
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Updated for Procurement Act 2023 • CQC-aligned • BASE-aligned (where relevant)