The Case Study Zone
Real-world learning takes centre stage in the Case Study Zone—a dedicated space for showcasing procurement in action. Through a series of detailed, practical case studies, delegates will hear how public bodies and suppliers have approached implementation of the Procurement Act, what’s worked, what hasn’t, and what lessons have been learned along the way.
From innovative contracting models and supplier collaboration to digital tools and social value delivery, these sessions bring policy to life with tangible examples across a range of sectors and project sizes. Ideal for anyone seeking practical inspiration, this zone is all about sharing knowledge, celebrating progress, and identifying proven pathways to better procurement outcomes.

Case Study Zone Speakers
Dr Rebecca Rees
Partner - Head of Public Procurement

Rebecca Rees is a Partner and the Head of Public Procurement at the international law firm, Trowers & Hamlins. Rebecca is a leading national expert in public procurement law and has significant experience in advising clients in the public, private and third sectors on public procurement, subsidy control and building safety strategy issues. She advises clients on procurement strategy and structures, how to conduct flexible and compliant procurement procedures and compile objective and transparent evaluation models and guidance.
With particular interests in value-led procurement, social value and building safety, Rebecca is a member of the Working Group 11 for Procurement Competency, DLUHC’s Procurement Advisory Group, and HACT’s National Social Value in Housing Taskforce. Rebecca is also a Visiting Fellow at the Centre of Construction Law at Dickson Poon School of Law at Kings College London and is currently undertaking a PhD in public procurement, focusing on price evaluation models at the University of Nottingham.
Mike Raven
Sustainability Lead

Mike is an award-winning chartered construction manager with over two decades of experience in the construction sector, particularly in procurement, project management, contract administration, and sustainability.
He is the national sustainability lead for the National Association of Construction Frameworks, and as YORhub's Performance and Improvement Manager he specialises in working with public sector organisations on their procurement of construction works and services, advising on procurement solutions and the administration of NEC contracts.
Case Study Zone Agenda
Agendas are subject to change

Partner - Head of Public Procurement
Trowers & Hamlins LLP
How has the Central Digital Platform Worked in Practice? - 10:45 - 11:10

Partner - Head of Public Procurement
Trowers & Hamlins LLP

Sustainability Lead
National Association of Construction Frameworks
Delivering Sustainability and Carbon Reduction in Construction - 11:45 - 12:10

Sustainability Lead
National Association of Construction Frameworks