Supply Chain Partnership Standard

A New Standard for a New Era

The Supply Chain Partnership Standard is the UK’s new benchmark for excellence in ethical, effective, and sustainable supply chain management. Launched in April 2025 as the successor to the Merlin Standard, it’s already making waves — with Shaw Trust becoming the first organisation to achieve an Outstanding result under the new framework.

Whether you commission services, manage supply chain networks, or oversee procurement, the Standard helps you embed values-led, high-performing partnerships that deliver real-world impact.

Build Better Partnerships
Foster strong, accountable, and transparent relationships with supply chain partners — both new and long-standing.

Drive Performance with Purpose
The Standard encourages continuous improvement, measurable KPIs, and strategic planning aligned with your organisation’s mission and values.

Demonstrate Social Value
Optional Principle 8 focuses on social value creation — from community impact to environmental safeguarding.

Earn Recognition
Achieve certification levels including Award, Excellence, or Outstanding — and proudly display your achievement.

Meet Our Lead Assessors

Susan Smith

Lead Assessor

Lorna Bainbridge

Lead Assessor

With an Outstanding rating, Shaw Trust has demonstrated what’s possible when collaborative culture and operational excellence are embedded across the supply chain.

Ready to Start Your Assessment

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 020 8123 0725