The Social Value Model PPN002
⚠️ Updated Social Value Model - October 2026 ⚠️
This page explains the old Social Value Model, but it has now been replaced.
For the latest guidance, take a look at the updated Social Value Model page for the most up to date information.
Social Value Model on a page (*PPN02)
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How to Find and Understand the Social Value Model (PPN 002)
In this explainer video, we walk you through the updated Social Value Model (PPN 002, March 2025)
What it is, how to find it on GOV.UK and what’s changed since the update.
You’ll see the difference between the PPN, the model itself, and the buyer’s guide, and learn why this framework matters for public sector procurement. Whether you’re a supplier trying to understand what buyers are looking for, or a procurement professional using the model for the first time, this video gives you a clear, practical overview.
The Social Value Model on a page: PPN002 vs PPN026
In this explainer video, Sarah Stone walks you through the New Social value model
You’ll see the difference between PPN002 and the New PPN026, what’s changing, what’s staying and what’s still to come.
Watch the full video on Youtube
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What is the Social Value Model?
Start with the basics. This blog explains what the Social Value Model is, why it was introduced, and how it shapes the way government buyers assess bids.goes here
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Complete Guide To The Social Value Model
Guide to the Social Value Model (PPN002). Learn key changes from PPN06/20, new procurement requirements, and how suppliers should prepare.tion goes here
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The Old Social Value Model
Learn what the old Social Value Model (PPN06/20) was, why it’s being phased out, and how procurement has changed under the updated Social Value Model (PPN002).
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The Social Value Model versus the National TOMs
To help you understand the differences, we will explore each model in detail. Give you the history behind them and why procurers use different frameworks and offer some practical ideas to help you prepare social value answers for both models.
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The Social Value Model: What Buyers Must Do and What Suppliers Should Watch For
Discover the ‘four golden rules’ Public Sector Buyers must follow under the UK Social Value Model, and what every supplier needs to do to stay compliant and competitive.