The Importance of Sustainable Procurement
Sustainable procurement is good for the community, the environment and business, you just have to get the right mix.
This short video resource outlines the importance of sustainable procurement to businesses wanting to win public sector contracts and highlights the key evidence that is now becoming required that demonstrates business resilience, value for money, capacity, capability and additional value.
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Delivered by East Riding of Yorkshire Council. This project is part-funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, and the European Regional Development Fund through The Supply Chain Network.