Public Contracts Scotland is the national public sector tender portal for Scotland. It lists contract opportunities for all public sector bodies and has a “Quick Quote” function for lower value contracts. This webinar will help you to ensure that you're not only comfortable using the PCS website but also know how to generate business from […]
This event will be of interest to anyone working in procurement or undertaking procurement within the public sector. The session will also be relevant to change managers, economic development specialists and climate change practitioners. Join Scottish Government, Scotland Excel, the Improvement Service and the Sustainable Scotland Network to: • Hear an update on recent research […]
Don’t miss the annual Meet the Buyer Tayside event on 20 February 2024. Dundee City Council, Perth & Kinross Council, and Angus Council, in partnership with the Supplier Development Programme, invite businesses of all sizes to this free, in-person event on 20 February 2024, from 10am to 2pm in Invercarse Hotel, Dundee. The Meet the Buyer […]
Why are these Statutory Guidance stakeholder engagement workshops taking place? SSN is working with the Scottish Government to support the development of new Statutory Guidance on Public Bodies' Climate Change Duties. The guidance is being co-developed this year with contributions from across the Scottish public sector. Formal public consultation will take place in spring/summer 2024. […]
This session will provide prospective bidders with the necessary knowledge of procurement practices, documentation, the scoring mechanism and other crucial elements of the application process. There are several framework opportunities that will be available in the coming weeks and months. Attending this session will provide businesses looking to apply the fundamental knowledge that could land […]
This webinar is being organised by NOF, on behalf of Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm, and is being supported by Forth & Tay Offshore (FTO). This webinar will be free to attend, with tickets allocated on a first-come-first-served basis. This webinar will provide an update on the project before offering some experience-based advice for potential […]
Don’t miss the annual Meet the Buyer Tayside event, on Tuesday 4 March 2025 at the Innovation Hub at Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc, Dundee. Dundee City Council and the Supplier Development Programme, invite local businesses of all sizes to this free, in-person event, which will take place at a new venue, the Innovation Hub at […]
Now in its 8th year, the Supplier Development Programme is set to host Meet the Buyer North 2025 at The Music Hall, in Aberdeen, on 10 September 2025. Come along to meet procurement teams, buyers and supply chain partners with upcoming projects and opportunities in the North of Scotland. Find out about upcoming contract and […]
How well do you know the public sector? This introductory module is recommended for anyone new to bidding. It provides a comprehensive overview of the public sector marketplace in Scotland and beyond and introduces the concept of tendering and procurement. This event is suitable for Level 1 (Beginner) workshop is a first step to tendering for […]
Public Contracts Scotland is the national public sector tender portal for Scotland. It lists contract opportunities for all public sector bodies and has a “Quick Quote” function for lower value contracts. This webinar will help you to ensure that you’re not only comfortable using the PCS website but also know how to generate business from […]
In Scotland, public sector procurement is governed by rules set out by the Scottish Government. Therefore, there is certain information, policies, and processes which must be in place before your business can begin to bid for public sector contracts. This webinar aims to help Scottish SMEs and social enterprises become tender ready. One of our […]
The biggest learning curve in tendering is understanding the time, energy, and resources that go into creating a winning bid. The more planning you do before writing your bid, the easier you'll find it when you begin your response. This training will walk you through the steps of how to plan and manage your bid. […]
Do you know how to complete the Single Procurement Document? The Single Procurement Document (SPD) is a set of questions, that cannot be altered, which helps buyers identify if your business is suitably qualified to carry out the contract you are bidding for. Most buyers use the SPD for the tendering process, as it ensures […]
Consortium bidding offers numerous benefits for small businesses, social enterprises, supported businesses and third sector type organisations including increased access to larger contracts, reduced individual risk, and enhanced market reach. By pooling resources and expertise, small businesses can compete for projects they might not be able to undertake alone. Many SMEs, social enterprises and supported […]
Understanding what a buyer is looking for and creating a response to show how you are the best candidate for the job can be tricky. At this training, you will learn what skills are needed for your business to write a good tender response and stand out from your competitors. One of SDP’s expert trainers […]
Don’t miss the annual Meet the Buyer Tayside event, on Tuesday 3 March 2026 (10am – 2pm) at the Innovation Hub at Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc, Dundee. Dundee City Council and the Supplier Development Programme, invite local businesses of all sizes to this free, in-person event, which will take place at the Innovation Hub at Michelin Scotland Innovation […]
On 4-5 March 2026, Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE: The Net Zero Summit returns to the QEII Centre, London, co-located with Sustainability LIVE: The Net Zero Summit. This major two-day conference and expo brings together senior procurement and supply chain leaders to tackle today’s biggest challenges: supply chain resilience, cost efficiency, risk mitigation, and long-term […]
Frameworks and Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS) are fast becoming a popular way for buyers to manage common purchases. Frameworks and DPS’s can also be a lucrative source of business for suppliers but it is vital you understand the agreement before getting on a Framework. At this training, you will get an understanding of what a […]
Getting the highest possible score in your bid is essential to winning a contract, but it can be difficult to know exactly what the buyer is looking for. Every supplier putting in a bid will tell the buyer they can do what it wants them to do. To improve your bid score and win bids, […]
Scotland has a vision of becoming one of the most innovative small nations in the world over the next decade. This is key to our efforts to transform the economy, improve our Public Services and drive lasting improvement in Scotland’s economic performance. Public procurement can play an important part enabling innovation in our public services. […]
