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Written question asked by Michael Dugher (Labour) on Tuesday, 24 April 2012, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 26 April 2012. It was answered by Lord Maude of Horsham (Conservative) on Monday, 30 April 2012 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.


Public Sector: Procurement

Question
To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office what steps his Department is taking to ensure that the provisions of the Public Service (Social Value) Act 2012 are implemented during new procurement negotiations.
Answer

When it is brought into force, the Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012 will require contracting authorities to consider the full social environmental and economic value of public services procurements at the pre-procurement stage. Public procurers following best practice will already be considering these factors to ensure that their services are fit for purpose and represent value for money.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
105883; 543 c1177W
Session
2010-12
Subjects
Public sector Procurement
Link
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