New to outcomes-based contracting? Here are some jargon-free introductions to the various types of approaches
This guide offers an introduction to outcomes-based contracting, including its place among other methods of contracting out public services, the theoretical pros and cons, and the evidence to date.
New to impact bonds? This user-friendly guide will explore what impact bonds are, the evidence to date and how they work in practice in different countries around the world.
This guide provides an introduction to relational contracting in the public sector, explaining what it is, the potential benefits and challenges, and how to adopt a relational approach.
This guide introduces outcomes funds. It aims to document and describe outcomes funds around the world and identify lessons for future fund design.
Explore our datasets, case studies and publications to learn more about the latest research on outcomes-based contracting
We are the International Network for Data on Impact and Government Outcomes (INDIGO). Here you can explore our datasets, read our latest news, join our events and find out more about data sharing in the field of social outcomes.
A collection of in-depth case studies of impact bonds around the world
View the latest reports, evaluations and more on outcomes-based contracting
A glossary of key terms and working definitions around impact bonds and outcomes-based contracting
Interested in designing and managing outcomes-based projects? We have prepared some tools and guidance to help
Developed in consultation with a wide range of practitioners to support projects being established under the UK Government’s Life Chances Fund.
We have a range of guidance to support you develop impact bonds, from setting and measuring outcomes, to awarding the contract and pricing outcomes.
We've partnered with Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy(CIPFA) to develop a toolkit for public managers planning to assess VfM of outcomes-based contracting programmes, or any public programme with an outcome-focus.
Are you thinking of running an impact evaluation for your project? Check out our new Impact Wayfinder! We'll help you find the right evaluation for you according to the focus of your organisation and the scale of your project.
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Read the latest opinion and insights from the GO Lab network
Find out the latest news from the GO Lab and across the sector
Join our events, from webinars, regional events to international conferences
At the GO Lab, we host a selection of peer learning groups that aim to support learning and knowledge on outcome-based approaches. Read more on our different groups and upcoming sessions here.
Check out June's global Impact Bond Dataset snapshot. We are delighted to share our newer and more user-friendly snapshot design, which makes accessing those key data updates all the easier.
Last updated 10 Jun 2024, 7 p.m.
In their ongoing commitment to highlighting innovative government efforts, the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) has recently unveiled an informative video that delves into the details of the Life Chances Fund.
Last updated 8 Apr 2024, 5 p.m.
We're delighted to announce that we're now accepting applications to our 2024 Leading Cross-Sector Partnerships programme.
Last updated 11 Dec 2023, 5 p.m.
Thank you to everyone who joined this year's Social Outcomes Conference. We were blown away by the excellent quality of discussions both online and in-person. Here's an overview of all the sessions for Day 2 of SOC21.
Last updated 10 Sep 2021, 7:37 p.m.
Here's an overview of all the sessions and the recordings for Day 1 of the hybrid Social Outcomes Conference 2021. We're delighted to have hosted our conference both online and in-person this year.
Last updated 9 Sep 2021, 5:34 p.m.
To celebrate our 5th anniversary, the Government Outcomes Lab are delighted to launch “Government Outcomes Lab: The first five years”. You can read the full report here.
Last updated 8 Sep 2021, 2:09 p.m.
Check out this month's global Impact Bond Dataset snapshot. We are delighted to share our newer and more user-friendly snapshot design, which makes accessing those key data updates all the easier.
Last updated 1 Sep 2021, noon
This month’s policy briefing includes efforts to assess the value of outcomes-based contracts, the need to include a more diverse set of considerations in the policymaking process, and the latest INDIGO news.
Last updated 31 Aug 2021, 3:10 p.m.
This month’s policy briefing examines how voices often left out of the policy debate might be heard, shares some of the latest evidence on impact bonds, and explores some of the challenges of innovative social programmes.
Last updated 11 Aug 2021, 10:36 a.m.
The GO Lab and our partners at the Georgetown University, Ashoka University, the University of Cape Town and INSPER are delighted to share our March 2021 – Hack and Learn Technical and Learning Report.
Last updated 9 Aug 2021, 4 p.m.
Last updated 9 Aug 2021, 10 a.m.
We are looking for outstanding individuals with an extensive track record of public service and a commitment to the mission of the GO Lab. Click here to find out more.
Last updated 7 Jul 2021, 11 a.m.
In this month’s policy briefing, we examine the need to go beyond rules to bring accountability to public services, explore how government can better collaborate with partners, and share the reflections on SIBs and responsible business.
Last updated 6 Jul 2021, 11:09 a.m.