Analysis reveals persistent issues in social procurement policy impacting disadvantaged groups, suggesting a need for change.
Key Points
This article investigates the disconnect between social procurement policy and its practical application in Victoria's transport infrastructure sector.
Engaged with policymakers, delivery agencies, and industry practitioners across the sector.
Identified four recurring patterns of conceptual ambiguity affecting practice.
Provided practical guidance for aligning policy narratives and improving reporting practices.
Identified unclear definitions and inconsistent narratives leading to uneven social value delivery.
Revealed that conceptual ambiguity undermines key areas like policy framing and measurement.
Emphasized that real change requires institutional will to clarify and implement policy intent effectively.