Social Value Strategy

Winning bids with authentic social value.

Social Value has become a decisive factor in  public  and private sector procurement in the UK, with commissioners  placing a  minimum  10%  weighting in this area. We support our clients to translate their business-as-usual activities into measurable targets, as well as designing innovative, bespoke programmes designed to realise maximum social impact.

100% scores

We have supported clients to  achieve full marks on social value  sections  in competitive public services bid evaluations. 

Multi-sector experience 

Our consultants have designed successful strategies for public services and commercial bids in Facilities Management, Justice, Healthcare, Catering, and  Employability sectors. 

30+ years 

Collective experience of our consultants in embedding Environmental, Social & Governance  (ESG), Net Zero, and community outcome programmes into successful delivery models.

Where we can help

Design of credible and compelling social value offers.

Alignment with local community needs and national priorities.

Development of community benefit frameworks.

Impact measurement and evaluation tools.

Integration of ESG and sustainability commitments into bids.

The Result?

A social value story that is persuasive at bid stage and impactful in practice. 

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Our Track Record

We’ve built winning social value strategies for organisations  ranging from mission-led charities to  multi-national  corporations, consistently helping  our clients score highly in  competitive tender exercises. Our work spans Facilities Management, Healthcare, Justice, Catering, and Charity sectors, where we regularly achieve  90%+ scores.

We support clients in aligning their offer with national policy and local priorities, embedding measurable and authentic commitments that win contracts, and deliver lasting  community impact. 

High-Scoring Social Value Outcomes

We have supported clients to achieve consistently high evaluation scores (90%+) for social value across competitive tenders, directly contributing to contract awards in public and corporate sectors.

Social Value as a Win Driver

Our strategies have strengthened overall bid positioning by turning social value from a compliance requirement into a differentiator — improving total scores and increasing win probability.

Delivery That Stands Up to Scrutiny

We have helped clients translate commitments into credible, deliverable plans , ensuring social value offers are not only persuasive at bid stage but withstand commissioner scrutiny post-award.

From Commitments to Measurable Impact

We have developed frameworks that enable clients to evidence real outcomes, supporting reporting, audit, and continuous improvement throughout contract delivery.

Cross-Sector Expertise

Our work spans Facilities Management, Healthcare, Justice, Catering, and Charity sectors, supporting clients to embed social value within large-scale, high-value procurements.

“The 50 Degrees team bring a wealth of knowledge and experience but are also personable and a pleasure to work with.”

Sally Gibbs

Director of Strategy and Growth

“The vision, innovation and professionalism they have brought to our collaboration has been instrumental in us achieving success in the Justice market.”

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