Sustainable Procurement

Our commitment 

NOE CPC is committed to embedding sustainability throughout our frameworks and procurement lifecycle, including all procurement activity we support. In all our procurements we adhere to the requirements outlined in PPN 002, PPN 006 and PPN 009. Each framework user guide feature a dedicated sustainability section highlighting key considerations addressed in each exercise. We've also developed a Supplier Code of Conduct outlining the principles we uphold and expect our partners, suppliers, and their networks to follow.

Specifically, NOE CPC supports the following sustainable procurement levers:

What we offer

Sustainability & Social Value Training & Upskilling

We can run bespoke training for your organisation on incorporating SSV into your procurement practices.

Social Value Support 

Our team can support with social value commitments in call-offs from our frameworks, including during further competitions.

If you're interested in hearing more about the sustainable procurement learning and training sessions we can offer, please email SSV@noecpc.nhs.uk to find out how we can support you. 

Hear from those we've helped

Resources 

We regularly host events and webinars focused on education and training in sustainable procurement. To explore upcoming sessions, visit our Events and Training page.

PPN 002: Taking account of social value in the award of contracts - GOV.UK

PPN 006: Taking account of Carbon Reduction Plans in the procurement of major government contracts …

PPN 009: Guidance on tackling modern slavery in government supply chains (HTML) - GOV.UK

Social value model guidance: 

2025-02-08 PPN 002 Guide to using the social value model.docx

Modern Slavery Assessment Tool (MSAT)

MSAT is a government-backed tool that helps organisations access their current practices, identify areas for improvement and develop action plans to strengthen modern slavery risk management.

For more information, please refer to our MSAT guidance document, which includes further details about the tool and answers to frequently asked questions.

NHS England Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

This statement outlines NHS England’s commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking across its operations, supply chains and workforce. It highlights the steps taken to identify and manage risks, strengthen ethical procurement and recruitment practices, and embed modern slavery within safeguarding responsibilities. It also sets out the NHS’s system-wide approach to supporting vulnerable individuals and working collaboratively to eliminate exploitation. View NHS England modern slavery and human trafficking statement for 2025/26.