Consideration was given during the pre-tender engagement with the National Ambulance Uniforms User Group (NAU). During the procurement process suppliers were asked to complete the Labour Standards, Modern Slavery and Carbon, Waste and Water Assessments. The fabric composition of the core uniform varies and depends on the garment, for example, some are a mix of cotton and polyester. The ambulance crest embroideries are sewn on the applicable garments and heat transfers are used on items such as Hi-Viz Jacket. The framework suppliers have their own internal sustainability strategies, such as responsible sourcing, repurposing redundant stock, use of recycled materials, fabric consumption reduction, and reduction in cutting time and energy consumption. NHS Supply Chain: Hotel Services and the Core uniform supplier are members of SEDEX which supports the development of improved labour standards and wellbeing. As part of our supplier relationship management process, we will agree and monitor carbon reduction strategies and drive innovation to introduce the use of an increasing number of sustainable materials. There are several sustainability areas we are focused on delivering during the lifetime of the framework agreement, with the suppliers and the NAU User Group, including the use of recycled PET and BCI cotton in garments and visible carbon footprint management reporting. Please contact Mark Ainsworth NAU User Group Chair should you be interested in joining the NAU User Group as a Trusts Sustainability representative.