The TOMs (Themes, Outcomes and Measures) system for Wales provides a consistent way to drive, evaluate, capture social value in procurement.

The session will highlight the newly developed TOMs system for Wales, offering practical guidance on how it can be accessed and deployed to drive socially responsible procurement.

Experts from across sectors discuss how Wales’ net zero ambitions are being translated into real procurement actions. This panel explores supplier engagement, contract requirements, and collaborative approaches to decarbonising supply chains.

In this session, Tata Steel will share how its transformative investment in Port Talbot is embedding sustainability at the heart of its operations. From advancing low-carbon steel production to supporting green energy infrastructure and fostering local supply chain opportunities, this case study will demonstrate how strategic investment can deliver long-term environmental, social, and economic benefits.

Fleet decarbonisation is key to public sector sustainability targets. This session examines an end-to-end electric vehicle fleet transition, covering planning, infrastructure, funding, and procurement challenges.

Frameworks can be powerful tools for delivering social value, but success requires clear planning and measurable outcomes. This session shares practical approaches to embedding social value into framework agreements.

Sustainability shouldn’t stop at contract award. This session explores how to embed green principles from tender development through to contract management, ensuring environmental commitments are delivered in practice.

Collaboration across organisations and sectors can accelerate net zero progress. This session highlights examples of joint procurement initiatives delivering carbon reductions in Wales.