The project has been commissioned by a partnership of Business in the Community NI, CO3, NICVA and Social Enterprise NI, working together to better understand how Social Value in procurement can create real opportunities for the VCSE sector in Northern Ireland. The research looks at what’s working well, what the barriers are, and what needs to change to make Social Value simpler, fairer and more effective for communities, businesses and voluntary organisations.
The study is funded through Dormant Assets NI.
We’re looking forward to sharing the findings and what they could mean for the future. For more information contact [email protected].
How you can participate
You are invited to contribute to a research study exploring how Social Value in public procurement is understood, applied and leveraged across the VCSE, public and private sectors in Northern Ireland.
You are invited to take part in either a one to one interview or stakeholder focus group.
Topics will include awareness of Social Value policy, experiences of delivering or engaging with Social Value, barriers to participation, partnership working and recommendations for improvement.
Register your interest
If you would like to contribute, please register your interest by contacting:
We will then share available interview and focus group dates.
