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SUMMARY:Understanding the Procurement Act
DESCRIPTION:Are you an SME looking to understand the changes to public procurement and contracting brought about by the Procurement Act 2023? \nWant to know what you need to be aware of when contracting with public sector under the new rules? Well\, this event organised by Deloitte will address all of it. \nWhy attend? You’ll gain valuable insights and guidance on the Procurement Act 2023\, helping you to navigate the evolving landscape of public sector procurement. \n\nUnderstand the background and aims of the Procurement Act 2023 and the key changes it introduces.\nDiscover the implications of these changes for you as an SME and how they affect how you engage with public procurement processes.\nLearn about the new approaches to transparency and how public sector opportunities will be advertised\, helping you identify relevant contracts more effectively.\nGet insights into the future landscape of public procurement\, including themes for SMEs emerging from the 2025 government consultation.\n\nWho should attend? This webinar is aimed at SMEs that provide goods or services to the public sector and are: \n\ninterested in understanding the new Procurement Act 2023 and its impact to public procurement\nprocesses that they need to engage with\nlooking to adapt their strategies or processes to align with the new regulations\nkeen to continue identifying and understanding public sector contracts under the updated rules\nseeking to enhance their knowledge about how public procurement opportunities are published\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to better understand how to work with public procurement rules and processes.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/understanding-the-procurement-act/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260324T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260324T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T113322
CREATED:20260302T130911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T130911Z
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SUMMARY:Using Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) – How to Find and Bid for Opportunities
DESCRIPTION: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 it. \nThis event is suitable for Level 1 (Beginners). This workshop is the first step to tendering for new or inexperienced bidders. \nDuring this course\, you will learn: \n\nWhat is Public Contracts Scotland (PCS)?\nHow do I set myself up on PCS?\nWhat functions do I need to use on PCS?\nWhat is PCS-Tender (PCS-T)?\nWhat is a Quick Quote?\nHow does e-invoicing work?
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/using-public-contracts-scotland-pcs-how-to-find-and-bid-for-opportunities-2/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260326T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260326T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T113322
CREATED:20260108T172248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T172248Z
UID:10092947-1774531800-1774537200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Understanding Your Role in Contract Management – Critical Success Factors
DESCRIPTION:So\, you’ve been awarded onto a contract\, now what? \nYou now need to manage the contract in partnership with the buyer to deliver on everything you promised in the bid. This training will explain how to successfully deliver on your contract\, what to do if things go wrong\, and how to win again when it is retendered. \nOverview of what you will learn: \n\nWhat is the Contract Management life cycle?\nCritical success factors of maintaining a good relationship with the buyer.\nHow to make data driven decisions.\nHow to manage risk.\nHow to manage the change over the life of the contract.\n\nAt the end of the session\, there will be an interactive Q&A session where you will have the opportunity to ask any burning questions you may have. As well as have the chance to hear what other SME businesses in Scotland have to say. \nThis event is suitable for Level 3 (Advanced) if you have a very good understanding of public sector procurement (completed Level 1 and 2 or have equivalent experience) & you have bid for a public sector contract on more than one occasion.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/understanding-your-role-in-contract-management-critical-success-factors/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260331T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260331T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T113322
CREATED:20260108T172615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T172615Z
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SUMMARY:Expanding to sell into the wider UK market
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to grow your business by exploring new public sector markets? \nWider opportunities are not always as easy to find\, so you need to commit time and resources into investigating them. Businesses may be surprised to learn that the procurement rules in Scotland and the rest of the UK are currently largely the same. So how can businesses based within Scotland find and win public sector contracts within the rest of the UK. \nAt this training one of SDP’s expert trainers will show you where to find opportunities in new public sector markets\, including searching the Find-a-Tender Service portal. \nAdvances in technology is making it easier for businesses of all sizes to work in other locations\, our trainer will give an overview of what considerations your business needs to take into account before you start to expand. \nOverview of what you will learn: \n\nHow to find new opportunities in the rest of the UK.\nHow to set up a business development strategy.\nWhat considerations your business need to think about when working further a field\nHow to adapt to new opportunities\nCommon mistakes businesses make and how to avoid them\n\nAt the end of the session\, there will be an interactive Q&A session where you will have the opportunity to ask the questions you have and how to navigate expansion of your business through public sector contracts. \nThis event is suitable for Level 3 (Advanced) if you have a very good understanding of public sector procurement (completed Level 1 and 2 or have equivalent experience) & you have bid for a public sector contract on more than one occasion.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/expanding-to-sell-into-the-wider-uk-market/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260402T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260402T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T113322
CREATED:20260312T151639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T151639Z
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SUMMARY:CCS Construction Works & Associated Services 3 Framework
DESCRIPTION:The Crown Commercial Service Construction Works & Associated Services 3 (CWAS3) framework\, is a major procurement opportunity that is estimated to deliver £80 billion of construction and infrastructure projects across the UK over eight years\, with tailored lots for Scotland. \nDuring this online webinar we will watch our expert walk you through the bidding process\, using the CCS CWAS3 framework tender documents for this Construction Works & Associated Services opportunity. We will demo how to register/ login to Find a Tender Services (FTS)\, how to find the contract notice and express interest. We then follow the CCS buyer’s instructions verbatim\, to access the tender documents and open all envelopes within Public Contracts Scotland-Tender (PCS-T). We will spend time on questions that perhaps tripped bidders up in the past. We also demo the Q&A functionality and how to upload evidence and response documents. Essentially the aim is for you as a bidder\, to watch our expert going through the tendering process as a supplier\, in real-time\, to ensure that you know what your next step will be. \nThis webinar will include: \n\nIntroductions and house keeping from SDP\nHow to register and login to Find a Tender Services (FTS) & Public Contracts Scotland-Tender (PCS-T\nHow to search and find this CCS CWAS3 framework opportunity for Construction Works & Associated Services\nAccess the buyer attachments and instructions\nUpload any supporting docs required for this CWAS3 framework opportunity
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/ccs-construction-works-associated-services-3-framework/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260407T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260407T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T113322
CREATED:20260302T131053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T131053Z
UID:10093566-1775557800-1775563200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Working with the Public Sector - All You Need to Know
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis event is suitable for Level 1 (Beginner) workshop is a first step to tendering for new or inexperienced bidders. No previous knowledge or experience is required to attend this workshop.\n \nDuring this course\, you will learn: \n\nWhat is the public sector?\nRoutes into the public sector\nFinding opportunities\nCreating a pipeline of work\nPre-engagement activities\n\nAt the end of the webinar\, there will be an interactive Q&A session where you will have the opportunity to ask our expert trainer any questions you may have.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/working-with-the-public-sector-all-you-need-to-know-4/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260408T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260408T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T113322
CREATED:20260312T151800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T151800Z
UID:10093616-1775655000-1775660400@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Market Engagement with Police Scotland
DESCRIPTION:Police Scotland invites suppliers to participate in a live market engagement webinar focused on the introduction of road traffic diversionary courses in Scotland. \nThis is intended to be a suite of courses offered to drivers who have committed minor road traffic offences\, as an alternative to prosecution and in line with courses offered through NDORS (National Driver Offender Retraining Scheme). \nLegislative changes are required before these courses can be introduced\, and the necessary legislation is expected to be laid before Parliament in Summer 2026. \nIt is anticipated that: \n\nThe opportunity will involve in the region of 200\,000 courses per annum\nCourses will be available online and in person\, across all areas of Scotland\nIt is Police Scotland’s intention to progress a tender for this requirement once the new legislation is in place.\n\nDuring the webinar\, Police Scotland will outline the opportunity in more detail and invite questions and feedback from suppliers. This input will help inform the scope of the upcoming procurement exercise. \nThis webinar will include: \n\nIntroductions and housekeeping from SDP\nPresentation delivered by Police Scotland colleagues\nSandie Shaw – Procurement Specialist\nInsp Craig Beaver – Road Policing Management Support\nLive Q&A giving you the opportunity to gain a full understanding of this new opportunity and the expectations.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/market-engagement-with-police-scotland/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260415T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260415T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T113322
CREATED:20260302T131137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T131137Z
UID:10093568-1776261600-1776267000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Using Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) – How to Find and Bid for Opportunities
DESCRIPTION: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 it. \nThis event is suitable for Level 1 (Beginners). This workshop is the first step to tendering for new or inexperienced bidders. \nDuring this course\, you will learn: \n\nWhat is Public Contracts Scotland (PCS)?\nHow do I set myself up on PCS?\nWhat functions do I need to use on PCS?\nWhat is PCS-Tender (PCS-T)?\nWhat is a Quick Quote?\nHow does e-invoicing work?
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/using-public-contracts-scotland-pcs-how-to-find-and-bid-for-opportunities-3/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260421T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260421T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T113322
CREATED:20260302T131221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T131221Z
UID:10093570-1776767400-1776772800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Getting Your Business Tender Ready - The Checklist
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis webinar aims to help Scottish SMEs and social enterprises become tender ready. One of our expert trainers will talk you through a “bidding checklist” of all the key information\, processes and policies that your business must have in place prior to bidding. \nDuring this course\, you will learn: \n\nThe information and policies you need to have in place for public sector procurement.\nAn understanding of the public sector procurement market and how to enter it.\nHow to create a bid/no bid strategy.\nHow to improve your chances of winning a public sector contract.\n\nAt the end of the webinar\, there will be an interactive Q&A session where you will have the opportunity to ask our expert trainer any questions you may have.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/getting-your-business-tender-ready-the-checklist-3/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260428T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T113322
CREATED:20260302T131505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T131505Z
UID:10093572-1777366800-1777392000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:P4H Scotland 2026
DESCRIPTION:P4H Scotland – the Procurement Event for Health 2026 ‒ connects buyers and suppliers from across Scotland’s healthcare procurement community – worth more than £3.6bn annually. \nP4H Scotland is a unique event that enables all stakeholders to learn about the latest developments shaping the future of Scotland’s healthcare procurement – featuring skills development\, networking\, collaboration and product showcase opportunities for public sector buyers and private sector organisations alike. \nAttending as a supplier gives you the chance to:\n• Connect directly with NHS and public sector buyers\n• Build visibility and brand awareness\n• Develop new and existing relationships\n• Stay informed on digital transformation\, sustainability\, AI and innovation in healthcare procurement
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/p4h-scotland-2026/
LOCATION:Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium\, 25 Roseburn Street\, Edinburgh\, EH12 5PJ
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260512T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260512T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T113322
CREATED:20260302T131600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T131600Z
UID:10093575-1778581800-1778587200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Planning Your Bid – Time and Resources
DESCRIPTION:The biggest learning curve in tendering is understanding the time\, energy\, and resources that go into creating a winning bid. \nThe 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. From capture planning to forming a bid team (this doesn’t necessarily need to be a full team; it could be one person if they have the right skills) to making key decisions. \nOne of SDP’s expert trainers will also show an example of a Bid Time Plan and how to complete it. \nOverview of what you will learn: \n\nWhat work can be done pre-tender to make the process of creating the bid less stressful\nHow to make objective decisions while managing a bid\nHow to create a bid time plan\n\nAt the end of the session\, there will be an interactive Q&A session where you will have the opportunity to ask any burning questions you may have. As well as the chance to hear what other SME businesses in Scotland have to say.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/planning-your-bid-time-and-resources-3/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260519T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260519T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T113322
CREATED:20260302T131706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T131706Z
UID:10093577-1779186600-1779192000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Passing the Selection Stage – The Single Procurement Document (SPD)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMost buyers use the SPD for the tendering process\, as it ensures that the process stays consistent. It can reduce your workload when bidding on an opportunity as your answers can be saved and reused again and again along as they remain relevant. \nPreviously known as European Single Procurement Document (ESPD)\, the SPD is a regular part of bidding for public sector contracts. \nCompleting the SPD can be daunting for everyone\, even if you have done so in the past. It is a long electronic document that splits questions into different subsections and parts. During this training event\, you will be given examples of the standard questions asked in the SPD by one of SDP’s expert trainers\, who has also completed numerous Single Procurement Documents and will teach you an expert method on how to answer all questions robustly and correctly. \nYou will learn: \n\nWhat is the Single Procurement Document (SPD)?\nWhen will you need to complete the SPD?\nStandard Questions\nMitigating any issues in your SPD\nChecking your submission\n\nAt the end of the session\, there will be an interactive Q&A session where you will have the opportunity to ask any questions your business may have about the SPD\, as well as give you the chance to hear what other SME businesses in Scotland have to say. \nThis event is suitable for Level 2 (Intermediate) for people who know about bidding but need to develop specific knowledge and skills.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/passing-the-selection-stage-the-single-procurement-document-spd-3/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260528T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260528T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T113322
CREATED:20260302T131819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T131819Z
UID:10093579-1779964200-1779969600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:How to Write Outstanding Tenders - The Invitation to Tender (ITT) Stage
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAt 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 will also explain how to analyse the tender documents and how to find hidden clues in the tender documents to help you develop a well-round response. \nOverview of what you will learn: \n\nWhat work can be done pre-tender to make the process of creating a bid less stressful?\nHow can use Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) and Public Contracts Scotland-Tender (PCS-T) to submit tenders?\nWhat work needs to go into preparing for the ITT before the tender documents are released.\nWhich skills do you need to have in your bid team to write winning bids?\nWhat good looks like in a bid response\n\nAt the end of the session\, there will be an interactive Q&A session where you will have the opportunity to ask any burning questions you may have. As well as have the chance to hear what other SME businesses in Scotland have to say. \nThis event is suitable for Level 2 (Intermediate)\, for people who know about bidding but need to develop specific knowledge and skills.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/how-to-write-outstanding-tenders-the-invitation-to-tender-itt-stage-3/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260602T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260602T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T113322
CREATED:20251216T105423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T105423Z
UID:10092803-1780394400-1780412400@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Scotland’s National Meet the Buyer 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Meet the Buyer 2026\, Scotland’s largest free procurement event! \nNow in its 17th year\, Scotland’s National Meet the Buyer event will take place on Tuesday 2 June 2026\, from 10am to 3pm. This free event is hosted by the Supplier Development Programme\, and partnered by Scottish Government. \nCome along to meet procurement teams\, buyers and supply chain partners. Meet the Buyer is the place to discuss projects and tender opportunities\, on a local and national scale\, across Scotland and the UK. \nThis free to visit event gives you access to buyers and decision makers\, from organisations across the public and private sectors. You’ll have the chance to introduce your company\, talk to key buyer contacts\, and discover opportunities in their pipelines. \nWhether you are a micro\, small or medium sized supplier\, Meet the Buyer National can help you get into public sector supply chains. You will meet buyers connected to public sector projects\, who are looking for suppliers that enrich local economies and support Community Wealth Building.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/scotlands-national-meet-the-buyer-2026/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Glasgow Central\, 36 Cambridge Street\, Glasgow\, G2 3HN
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260603T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260603T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T113322
CREATED:20260312T151907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T151907Z
UID:10093618-1780495200-1780500600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Understanding and Bidding - Frameworks and Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAt this training\, you will get an understanding of what a framework is\, the common features of a framework and why buyers use frameworks. One of SDP’s expert trainers will also talk you through the two main methods of winning business on a framework i.e. Direct Award and Call Off Contract. \nOverview of what you will learn: \n\nWhat is a Framework?\nHow to get on a Framework\nHow to win business off a Framework\nWhat is a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS)?\n\nAt the end of the session\, there will be an interactive Q&A session where you will have the opportunity to ask any burning questions you may have. As well as the chance to hear what other SME businesses on Scotland have to say. \nThis event is suitable for Level 2 (Intermediate) for people who know about bidding but need to develop specific knowledge and skills.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/understanding-and-bidding-frameworks-and-dynamic-purchasing-systems-dps-3/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260610T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260610T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T113322
CREATED:20260312T152005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T152005Z
UID:10093620-1781087400-1781092800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Using Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) – How to Find and Bid for Opportunities
DESCRIPTION: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 it. \nThis event is suitable for Level 1 (Beginners). This workshop is the first step to tendering for new or inexperienced bidders. \nDuring this course\, you will learn: \n\nWhat is Public Contracts Scotland (PCS)?\nHow do I set myself up on PCS?\nWhat functions do I need to use on PCS?\nWhat is PCS-Tender (PCS-T)?\nWhat is a Quick Quote?\nHow does e-invoicing work?
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/using-public-contracts-scotland-pcs-how-to-find-and-bid-for-opportunities-4/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260611T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260611T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T113322
CREATED:20260312T152110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T152110Z
UID:10093622-1781188200-1781193600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Improving Your Bid Score - Increase Your Tender Win Rate
DESCRIPTION: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. \nEvery 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\, you need to go beyond the basic requirements and explain how your business can add value to the contract. At this training\, SDP’s expert trainer will give you top tips on how you can sell the benefits of your business and why these benefits should matter to the buyer. \nWhat happens if you haven’t scored as high as you thought you were going to? This session also covers the importance of asking for feedback on all your bids\, how to ask for feedback\, and what to do if the buyer isn’t forthcoming with feedback. \nOverview of what you will learn: \n\nHow to understand and find ‘Hot Button’ issues.\nHow to sell benefits\, not features.\nHow to use the evaluation and award criteria to elevate your bid.\nHow to manage your bid effectively\nHow to learn from your previous bids.\n\nAt the end of the session\, there will be an interactive Q&A session where you will have the opportunity to ask any burning questions you may have. As well as have the chance to hear what other SME businesses in Scotland have to say. \nThis event is suitable for Level 2 (Intermediate)\, for people who know about bidding but need to develop specific knowledge and skills.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/improving-your-bid-score-increase-your-tender-win-rate-2/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260616T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260616T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T113322
CREATED:20260312T152220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T152220Z
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SUMMARY:Responding to Tender Policy Requirements - Power of Procurement
DESCRIPTION:Public sector procurement in Scotland is guided by several policy requirements that were put in place so that organisations\, operations\, and procurement exercises achieve specific\, desirable outcomes. So\, what does that mean for suppliers? \nDuring this training\, you will get an overview of the most common policy requirements including Sustainability\, Community Benefits\, Fair Work Practices\, Community Wealth Building and Net Zero targets. These topics are extremely important to buyers; so much so that the public sector expects businesses of all sizes to demonstrate how they are meeting these policy requirements in tender documents. \nPlease note: Even though a buyer may not specifically ask suppliers to provide evidence of how the business is meeting policy requirements\, it is still expected to be included within a bid. \nPolicies can be daunting\, but help is at hand for Scottish SMEs\, supported businesses and third sector organisations through the Supplier Development Programme. \nJoin this webinar to become ‘tender ready’ and find out how you can provide the most up-to-date policies on your bids. You will also get advice on how to record and evidence what your business is doing to meet these requirements. By successfully providing evidence on how you are implementing policy requirements\, you can improve how high your bid scores go and also stand out from competitors to buyers. \nYou will learn: \n\nHow to put the theory of the public sector’s common policy requirements into practical terms.\nWhat sustainability is\, as well as examples of what sustainability could mean for your business.\nWhat Community Benefits are\, and ideas for and examples of Community Benefits you could implement into your business.\nWhat Net Zero is and how you can work towards meeting your Net Zero targets.\nWhat Fair Work First is\, what it involves\, and tools available to help you implement the five aspects of Fair Work into your business such as the Living Wage and other practical steps.\nHow to record and evidence these key common policies into your bids.\n\nYou won’t just come away from this training course with good ideas: you will learn how to turn those ideas into a workable plan of action your business can use to get ‘tender ready’ for your next bid. \nAt the end of the session\, there will be an interactive Q&A session where you will have the opportunity to ask SDP’s expert trainers any questions you may have and hear what other SME businesses in Scotland are asking\, too. \nThis event is suitable for Level 2 (Intermediate)\, for businesses which understand bidding concepts but need to develop and refine specific knowledge and skills.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/responding-to-tender-policy-requirements-power-of-procurement-2/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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SUMMARY:Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) Innovation Notices and Guidance
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPublic procurement can play an important part enabling innovation in our public services. Scottish Government policy note SPPN 03/2023 (Supporting innovation through procurement) makes provision for new functionality on Public Contracts Scotland to improve our procurement processes and reporting for the purposes innovation. Staff from SPPN will provide an over view of the functionality and guidance relating to the Policy Note. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to hear from Scottish Government experts\, as we discuss this recently added functionality to Public Contracts Scotland (PCS)\, which is the portal used by all Scottish Public Sector buyers to alert the market of ‘relevant calls for competition’. These new notice types are designed to help Scottish public sector to procure innovation more efficiently. \nThis short call by Scottish Government staff outlines those changes to PCS and guidance. Feel free to come along to the call and learn about the developments.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/public-contracts-scotland-pcs-innovation-notices-and-guidance-2/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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SUMMARY:Understanding Your Role in Contract Management – Critical Success Factors
DESCRIPTION:So\, you’ve been awarded onto a contract\, now what? \nYou now need to manage the contract in partnership with the buyer to deliver on everything you promised in the bid. This training will explain how to successfully deliver on your contract\, what to do if things go wrong\, and how to win again when it is retendered. \nOverview of what you will learn: \n\nWhat is the Contract Management life cycle?\nCritical success factors of maintaining a good relationship with the buyer.\nHow to make data driven decisions.\nHow to manage risk.\nHow to manage the change over the life of the contract.\n\nAt the end of the session\, there will be an interactive Q&A session where you will have the opportunity to ask any burning questions you may have. As well as have the chance to hear what other SME businesses in Scotland have to say. \nThis event is suitable for Level 3 (Advanced) if you have a very good understanding of public sector procurement (completed Level 1 and 2 or have equivalent experience) & you have bid for a public sector contract on more than one occasion.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/understanding-your-role-in-contract-management-critical-success-factors-2/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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SUMMARY:Meet the Buyer North 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Meet the Buyer North 2026\, the largest FREE procurement event in the North of Scotland! \nNow in its 9th year\, the Supplier Development Programme is set to host Meet the Buyer North 2026 at The Music Hall\, in Aberdeen\, on 3 September 2026. Come along to meet procurement teams\, buyers and supply chain partners with upcoming projects and opportunities in the North of Scotland. \nWhy should your business attend Meet the Buyer North? \n\nFind out about upcoming contract and supply chain opportunities\nMeet face to face with public sector buyers from across Scotland\, including local authorities and government agencies\nEngage 1-to-1 with key primary contractors\nStay up to date with the latest in procurement\nRaise your profile as a business\n\nThis event is designed to support micro\, small and medium sized businesses in the North of Scotland\, including the Highlands and Islands\, to engage with business opportunities in the public sector. However\, businesses of all sizes are welcome to attend Meet the Buyer North.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/meet-the-buyer-north-2026/
LOCATION:Aberdeen Music Hall\, Union Street\, Aberdeen\, AB10 1QS
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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