Case Study: Supporting Public Sector Bids with Targeted Social Value Training

Client Overview:

BayNel were appointed to support a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit out company who deliver projects across a range of sectors including education, water, health, defence and justice. Our client has a well established ESG strategy in place, with Social Value forming a key component of this strategy.

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The Challenge:

In February 2025 the UK Government updated the PPN 002 Taking account of social value in the award of contracts - along with its accompanying Social Value model, in response to the Procurement Act 2023.

Our clients delivers a significant volume of public sector construction projects , and must regularly respond to Social Value criteria during the tender process. They sought to review and strengthen their approach to ensure alignment with the updated model, enhance bid competitiveness and drive meaningful impact across project delivery.

Our Solution:

Insights:

• Conducted a review of clients social value strategy

• Analysed previous Social Value tender responses, feedback and scoring to identify themes and performance trends.

Development:

• Delivered a detailed gap analysis of the clients current Social Value approach against the updated Social Value model

• Provided clear, actionable recommendations for enhancing strategic response

• Designed and facilitated two tailored Social Value training workshops for business development and bid teams.

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Turn policy into progress.

BayNel helps businesses navigate the updated Social Value Model with practical strategies that drive results. Get in touch to learn more.