Power in Partnership: How VCSE organisations can thrive in a new procurement landscape

This free session in our 'Meet the Expert' series is hosted in collaboration with Social Value Business. It will help you understand how changes to the Public Procurement Act can open new doors for charities, social enterprises, and voluntary organisations to collaborate with larger businesses and gain access to public sector contracts.

 

NCVS is hosting this free online event to stimulate new ideas and support for your organisation in building meaningful business alliances. Join us to explore practical, inclusive opportunities for social impact through cross-sector collaboration.

The session will not be recorded. Please register now to ensure you benefit from this live, interactive session.

Richard Dickins, Managing Director of Social Value Business (SVB) and Social Value Quality Mark, will help you to unpack what the new Public Procurement Act legislation means for voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations, how to position your social impact as a valuable asset, and practical steps to become a partner of choice in commercial supply chains.

Whether you're new to public procurement or ready to scale your influence, this session will give you the clarity and confidence to take your next step.

What you'll learn:

  • The key changes to the Procurement Act - and what they mean for you
  • Why big businesses are increasingly looking to work with VCSE organisations
  • How to demonstrate your value and tell your story with impact
  • Real-world partnership models and tips to get started.


There will also be plenty of time to ask questions.

Read about Richard and the SVB Team on the Social Value Business website.


Register now to ensure you are sent instructions about how to join the session on Zoom.

If you have any questions about this event, please email ncvs@nottinghamcvs.co.uk

 

When
25th September, 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Location
NCVS interactive online session