Focus
Inclusive growth and social impact.
Overview
The Economic Empowerment and Social Equity Zone is dedicated to fostering inclusive growth and supporting local economies through procurement practices. This zone provides comprehensive training on creating economic opportunities for all, social value in procurement, diversity and inclusion, and leveraging procurement to tackle social challenges.
Key Learning Areas
- Fostering Economic Opportunities: Attendees will learn how to create and expand economic opportunities for diverse communities, ensuring that procurement practices benefit all stakeholders.
- Supporting Local Businesses: Participants will discover methods to support and strengthen local businesses, enhancing their capacity to compete and thrive in the market.
- Social Value in Procurement: Attendees will learn how to integrate social value into procurement processes, ensuring that procurement decisions contribute positively to society.
Benefits of Attending
- Promote Inclusive Growth: Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to implement procurement practices that drive inclusive economic growth.
- Support Community Development: Understand how procurement decisions can contribute to the development and empowerment of local communities.
- Network with Experts: Connect with industry leaders and experts who are committed to leveraging procurement to address social challenges and promote equity.
Economic Empowerment & Social Equity Zone Agenda
10:30 - 10:50
Procuring to Deliver Social Value and Community Wealth Building
Speakers
Jamie Lawson
Strategic Partnerships and Engagement Lead
Social Enterprise Scotland
11:25 - 11:45
Delivering Social and Community Benefits Through Procurement
Speakers
Margaret Riddell
Procurement Portfolio Manager
Social Security Scotland
11:50 - 12:10
Transport Scotland’s Adoption of the NEC4 ECC Contract
Speakers
John Docherty
Head of Contracts Team
Transport Scotland
12:15 - 12:35
The New PPN on Reserving Contracts for Supported Businesses
Speakers
Alistair Kerr
Chair
Community Wealth Advocacy Group
13:10 - 13:30
Consortium Bidding – The Opportunities for SMEs and Micro-Firms Bidding for Public Contracts
13:35 - 13:55
The New Police Scotland Procurement Strategy and Team Structure
Speakers
Iain McKie
Head of Strategic Procurement
Police Scotland
14:00 - 14:20
Fit For Purpose Procurement Qualifications for Scottish Public-Sector Procurement
Speakers
Ian McNaught
Strategic Organisational Development Manager
Scotland Excel
14:25 - 14:45
GO Awards - The Scottish Citizens Advice Helpline Project
Speakers
Andy Bell
CEO & Founder
HelpFirst
