Procurement Week 2025 - a conversation with Alan Heron, Places for People
In the last episode in our Procurement Week 2025 podcast series, Partner Katie Saunders and Alan Heron, Director of Procurement at Places for People, discuss how procurement frameworks have evolved over the years. They explore the role of frameworks in public procurement, the challenges faced, and the importance of transparency and social value. The conversation also delves into the introduction of open frameworks and the rigorous process of achieving gold standard accreditation, highlighting the need for continuous improvement and accountability in the procurement process.