FOI request (FOIR-687227769)

Supplier certificates

Requested Thu 13 February 2025
Responded Tue 18 February 2025

I would like to make a Freedom of Information request on behalf of a client for the below information.

1. What percentage of your current suppliers possess B Corp certification, ESGmark, or a similar certification or award that recognises a commitment to ESG or sustainability-focused initiatives?

2. Is B Corp certification (or similar) a requirement or consideration for suppliers as part of your current tender process?

3. Are you considering adding B Corp certification (or similar) as a requirement or consideration for suppliers as part of your tender process in the future?

4. If so, within what timeframe?

5. On a scale of 1 to 10, how confident would you feel about knowing how to prioritise B-Corp companies (or similar) in your tender process?

6. Do you feel you would benefit from guidance as to how to prioritise B Corp companies (or similar) in your tender process?

Response

Hastings Borough Council holds no information in respect of this request.