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  • Introduction

    An image representing collaboration between Social Enterprises and Local Public Authorities

    Collaboration between local public authorities (LPAs) and social enterprises (SEs) is more than just a partnership - it’s a strategic opportunity for growth, impact, and sustainability. By working together, social enterprises can expand their reach, strengthen their financial stability, and enhance their ability to create positive social change. At the same time, municipalities benefit from innovative solutions, improved public service delivery, and stronger community engagement. For social enterprises, partnering with LPAs opens doors to new funding streams, increased visibility, and greater influence in local decision-making. Through co-production of public services, joint communication strategies, participation in municipal projects, and access to public procurement opportunities, SEs can secure long-term stability while making a tangible difference in their communities.

    This module will guide you through the process of building and maintaining successful collaborations with LPAs, helping you unlock new opportunities for sustainable growth and impact.

  • Identifying common objectives with Local Public Authorities

    Cooperation between municipalities and social enterprises is not just about business transactions, but mainly about partnership, long-term collaboration, and shared goals that positively impact the community. Social enterprises can offer municipalities not only quality services but also added value in the form of social and environmental benefits — for example, employing local residents and disadvantaged groups or using sustainable methods. The key is understanding the needs of the municipality, open communication, and finding ways to improve quality of life together. Social enterprises should study the municipality’s strategic documents to tailor their offers to local priorities. Offers should be clear and show how the enterprise can help — such as maintaining public spaces, cleaning, catering for events, or other services. Building a relationship and not just offering services, is essential. Personal contact, understanding needs, and creating customized offers are ideal. Successful cooperation is evaluated by its impacts, so setting clear impact measurement criteria in advance is important. Long-term relationships and repeated contracts can bring stability for both parties and improve community life. Securing public contracts from municipalities and other Local Public Authorities (LPAs) may seem challenging.

    In this unit, you will learn why investing your time and effort into building strong relationships and long-term partnerships with local LPAs is worthwhile. You will also explore the benefits of such collaborations beyond contracts and funding.