Making Procurement and Social Value work for SMEs

Hosted by Michelle Walker (Head of Procurement - Service and Supply Solutions YPO) with special guests:

Gillian Askew – Go4Growth; a fully funded service for small/medium enterprise (SME), voluntary organisations, community groups and social enterprises (VCSE) whose core purpose is to help smaller organisations develop the skills and confidence to grow their business and win public sector contracts.

Bryan Simmons – Head of Procurement & Ethical Commissioning Practice, Wigan Council (YPO member authority)

This engaging day will clarify the jargon and equip you with the tools to:

• Understand public sector tenders and frameworks
• Learn how to embed and demonstrate social value in bids
• Hear directly from procurement experts and a local authority buyer
• Ask questions in debates and open Q&A sessions
• Network with peers over a free buffet lunch

Buffet lunch and refreshments are provided