The business case for Social Enterprise Procurement

The business case for Social Enterprise Procurement

Social enterprise procurement is a way to align and deliver multiple strategic economic and social objectives across government. By leveraging the $140b+ annual government procurement spend, social and economic outcomes can be achieved through sustainable market activity. Embedding social enterprises into supply chains creates targeted employment opportunities for marginalised Australians while freeing up government resources that are needed elsewhere.


What’s government doing now?

What’s government doing now?

Australia’s three largest states representing 76% of the population are members of Social Traders and buying from social enterprise.

Victoria has implemented the game-changing Social Procurement Framework. NSW has built social enterprise into its procurement guidelines. Queensland is piloting a new approach to increase spend with social enterprises.

Find out how governments are already engaging with social enterprise procurement via the link below.

Lead the charge and buy from Social Enterprise

State government

State government

We work with you to design a bespoke package for your state government and its departments.
Government agencies and departments

Government agencies and departments

Deeply engage in social enterprise procurement. We offer customised advice and support through three different membership options.
Local government

Local government

We help you build an inclusive economy in your LGA by activating your local social enterprise sector. 

Membership options

Membership unlocks access to the tools and support you need to embed certified social enterprises into your supply chain. From driving organisation-wide change to gaining best practice insights, we help you build a long-term Social Procurement strategy. Find the membership option that’s right for you and become a best practice Social Procurement leader.

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