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SUMMARY:Global Talent Visas for academics & researchers
DESCRIPTION:Scotland’s universities and research institutions attract talented academics and researchers from all over the world. The Global Talent visa offers a highly favourable visa route for academics\, researchers and their families. \nJoin the Immigration team for an in-depth session on the Global Talent visa route.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/global-talent-visas-for-academics-researchers/
CATEGORIES:HR
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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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260602T150000
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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
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260610T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260610T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T224840
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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-4/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260611T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260611T160000
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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
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260617T170000
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SUMMARY:Global Offshore Wind 2026
DESCRIPTION:In June 2026\, Global Offshore Wind 2026 returns to Manchester Central for the flagship event that brings the entire offshore wind value chain together to turn global ambitions into reality. \nOffshore wind is a cornerstone of the UK’s long-term strategy for energy security\, economic growth and global leadership in clean technology. As momentum continues at home and internationally\, Global Offshore Wind 2026 will bring together the people\, policies and innovations shaping the future of the industry. \nStand bookings and sponsorship opportunities are now open and selling fast. Don’t miss your chance to elevate your brand and meet the market at one of Europe’s largest and most influential offshore wind events.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/global-offshore-wind-2026/
LOCATION:Manchester Central\, Windmill Street\, Manchester\, M2 3GX
CATEGORIES:Offshore Wind
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260623T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260625T160000
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SUMMARY:​The Global Agritourism Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Global Agritourism Conference will provide an opportunity for:  \n\ninspiration from keynote speakers\nfarmers\, economic development professionals\, researchers\, supply chain representatives and other interested parties from every continent to apply to speak at the event to share their learnings and experiences\nfirst-class networking and business development \nnew knowledge and insights about the sector from across the globe\na range of Scottish cultural activities to be enjoyed throughout the programme\nenjoying the best of Scotland’s farm and fishing produce during every meal\n\nThe annual Scottish Agritourism Conference\, which has been running for five years and attracts three hundred delegates\, will be integrated into the 2026 global event. 
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/the-global-agritourism-conference/
LOCATION:P&J Live\, East Burn Road\, Aberdeen\, AB21 9FX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Networking,Tourism
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260629T103000
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SUMMARY:The Angus Business Showcase - Angus Business Hub 1st Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Forbes of Kingennie for an opportunity to network and exhibit with fellow Angus business owners. \nAngus Business Hub is celebrating one year of supporting Angus businesses. And what better way to do that than to shine a spotlight on local businesses. \nJoin us for our showcase of businesses across the county. \nWhether you’re here to exhibit or network\, The Angus Business Showcase is a brilliant opportunity to make new connections\, potential clients and find collaborations with stallholders and visitors alike.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/the-angus-business-showcase-angus-business-hub-1st-anniversary/
LOCATION:Forbes of Kingennie\, DD5 3RD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260903T150000
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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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