Welcome to the Supplier Development Programme
If you’re a Scottish SME or third sector organisation interested in working with the public sector, we can help. We offer expert training, support and information to help you win work and grow your business. And best of all – it’s completely free.
Latest news
SDP Bank Holiday Closure
23 May: The Supplier Development Programme will be closed on Monday 26 May for the bank holiday weekend.
Historic Environment Scotland (HES) is looking for a supplier to help run engagement activities to help understand the value of the Historic Environment to the people of Scotland.
22 May: HES is looking for a supplier to help run engagement activities
Developer urges SMEs to attend £91m workstream event
20 May: Must-attend event offering the chance to be part of a lucrative supply chain for a new wind farm.
Tender opportunities
- • Provision of Fire Alarm Maintenance Measured Term Contract (MTC) (2025-29)
- • A2D - Warden Call, Door Access and Automatic Door Operators Contract- PIN
- • Supply and Delivery of Vehicle Parts
- • Provision of Access Control Maintenance Measured Term Contract (MTC) (2025-29)
- • Market Research - Recycling of Wood Chips
- • Professional Qualifications Framework Agreement
- • Provision of Student Communication Support Services
- • Contract for the Provision of Customer Relationship Management System
- • Provision of Drain Cleaning & Investigation Services (2025-29)
- • Supply & Delivery of Foodstuffs
- • Provision of Fire Alarm Maintenance Measured Term Contract (MTC) (2025-29)
- • A2D - Warden Call, Door Access and Automatic Door Operators Contract- PIN
- • Supply and Delivery of Vehicle Parts
- • Provision of Access Control Maintenance Measured Term Contract (MTC) (2025-29)
- • Market Research - Recycling of Wood Chips
- • Professional Qualifications Framework Agreement
- • Provision of Student Communication Support Services
- • Contract for the Provision of Customer Relationship Management System
- • Provision of Drain Cleaning & Investigation Services (2025-29)
- • Supply & Delivery of Foodstuffs
Featured events
Renfrewshire Council Cenefits Training
Tuesday 27 May 2025, 2.00-3:30pm
Webinar • Partner Event
Have you been awarded a Renfrewshire Contract or are you interested in bidding for Renfrewshire work? If yes, we invite you along to this free online webinar to receive training on the Cenefits system, which is used by Renfrewshire Council to manage community benefits.
Talking Tender Glasgow City Health Social Care Partnership (GCHSCP)
Wednesday 28 May 2025, 10.30am-12:30pm
Webinar • Partner Event
Calling all local Social Care and Health providers, larger orgs, SME’s, smaller community organisations and those interested in providing services under self directed support. Please join us to hear directly from GCHSCP as we discuss the plans for the next Tender opportunity for you to provide your services
2.3 Understanding and Bidding - Frameworks and Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS)
Wednesday 28 May 2025, 1.30-3:00pm
Webinar
New Frameworks are an integral part of public procurement and can be a lucrative source of business, but it’s essential to understand the Agreement. This workshop explains the types of frameworks available and what you can expect from them.
R J McLeod - Mill Rigg Windfarm Contractor Day
Wednesday 28 May 2025, 2.00-4:00pm
Rutherglen • Partner Event
RJ McLeod is interested in maximising opportunities for businesses in the South Lanarkshire and East Ayrshire areas and this event offers an opportunity to meet the lead contractor and developer.
Meet the Buyer 2025
Wednesday 4 June 2025, 9.30am-3:30pm
Edinburgh • SDP Event
Meet procurement teams, buyers and supply chains to learn about upcoming projects and tender opportunities, and introduce your business to your next customer at Meet the Buyer 2025!
2.4 Improving Your Bid Score - Increase Your Tender Win Rate
Tuesday 10 June 2025, 10.30am-12:00pm
Webinar
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. This webinar provides an insight into the buyers’ needs and expectations to ensure you win points.
Renfrewshire Council- Framework Agreement for the Provision of Trades Contractors
Tuesday 10 June 2025, 2.00-3:31pm
Webinar •
Renfrewshire Council is looking to engage with local trades contractors to supplement the in-house teams - when demand exceeds capacity. Are you a local tradesperson interested in this opportunity, please join us to watch an SDP expert bid - in real time, live online, to be awarded a place on this upcoming framework.
Useful resources
Getting started
Read our helpful jargon buster and other documents
Case studies
How SMEs in Scotland have won public sector work with the support of SDP
If things go wrong
Help for suppliers who are having issues or concerns with a Scottish procurement exercise
Sample policy documents
Download free, customisable workplace policy templates for your business
