The Scottish Government

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

• Guidelines for Purchasers
• Guidelines for Suppliers
• Informal broad summary note of sustainable procurement

Community Benefits in Public Procurement

• Scottish Government and Community Benefits in Public Contracts Guidance Note and
• Report

Other Useful Information and Links

• Scottish Government - Greening Government Policy
• CIPS Guide on Environmental Purchasing in Practice
• Joint Note on Environmental Issues in Purchasing
• Interpretative Communication on public procurement and the environment - frequently asked questions
• DEFRA Green Guide for Buyers

DEFRA is a useful source of information in case of any conflict the Scottish Executive guidance takes precedence

• Green Claims Code
• IT Equipment
• Timber FAQs
• NetRegs- Provides information to small businesses about environment regulations
• Integrating Sustainable Development Into Public Procurement Of Food and Catering Services
• "Buying Green"

EU handbook on environmental public procurement