Building Brilliant Partnerships – A Q&A with Bouygues UK
Social Value Director Emmanuelle Rodarie shares their journey to Silver and how this construction company approaches its community partnerships.
Bouygues UK Achieves Silver for Social Value Excellence, Tackling Construction Skills Crisis
Leading contractor company Bouygues UK has achieved the Silver Level Social Value Quality Mark in under three months. This makes them the first organisation to fast-track from Bronze to Silver, while accelerating efforts to address the UK construction sector’s critical skills shortage.
Hampshire charity strengthens support for young carers and children after achieving Social Value Quality Mark
The Honeypot Children's Charity has strengthened its commitment to supporting children needing additional support across Hampshire after being awarded the Bronze Social Value Quality Mark.
Social Value Quality Mark® launches fast-track accreditation to meet rising demand for assured social value
The Social Value Quality Mark® (SVQM) has today announced a new fast-track Bronze and Silver accreditation route, enabling organisations to achieve Silver status in as little as three months.
Case Study – Turning social value intent into strategic advantage: Jobtrain’s journey with SVB
With support from Social Value Business, the Jobtrain team sharpened their social value strategy, strengthened internal capability and boosted their tender readiness.
Kier Transportation Makes History with Platinum: A Landmark for UK Infrastructure
Kier Transportation is the first company to be awarded the Platinum level accreditation by Social Value Quality Mark CIC. This level requires 2 years of evidence and is currently the highest independent award for social value excellence in the UK.
Platinum in Practice: Kier Transportation’s Blueprint for Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
In a sector often challenged by skills shortages and under-representation, Kier Transportation stands out for its exemplary approach to ED&I. In this interview with Donna Howard, head of social impact & inclusion, we explore the systems, partnerships and experiences that have shaped the team’s journey.
Why a Credible Social Value Tender Response Strengthens Your Bid
Discover why a credible social value tender response strengthens bids. SVQM accreditation provides evidence, trust, and procurement readiness.
Public Procurement Act 2023: What Suppliers Need to Know About Accreditation
The Public Procurement Act 2023 raises the bar for suppliers. Social Value Quality Mark explains MAT, compliance risks, and how accreditation builds trust.
How to Create a Social Value Policy That Meets SVQM Accreditation Standards
Learn how to create a social value policy that supports accreditation, procurement compliance and ESG reporting through measurable outcomes and governance.
