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.

Supplier Development Programme - eLearning Platform

Need help with your tender writing and can't wait, SDP now allows 'on demand' training to Scottish SMEs, third sector organisations and supported businesses through eLearning

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3.2 Expanding to Sell into the Wider UK Market on 31 March at 1:30pm

This workshop shows experienced bidders how to grow your business by exploring new public sector markets. Thanks to technology, doing business across borders is more accessible than ever–but is it really that easy to expand your footprint?

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CCS Construction Works & Associated Services 3 Framework on 2 April at 2pm

Do you want to deliver Construction Works & Associated Services for Crown Commercial Services in Scotland, if yes, then you need to join the CWAS3 framework, which is estimated to be around £80 billion over 8 years, with tailored lots for Scotland. During this webinar we will walk you through the bidding process as a supplier, using the actual tender documents for this CCS CWAS3 framework, live online.

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1.1 Working with the Public Sector - All You Need to Know on 7 April at 10:30am

Introductory module for anyone new to bidding. This webinar provides a comprehensive overview of the public sector marketplace in Scotland.

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Market Engagement with Police Scotland on 8 April at 1:30pm

Find out more about the Scottish Police Authority (SPA)'s national tender process to formalise provision of catering and hospitality for the whole of the organisation to cover all of Scotland.

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Latest news

SDP Bank Holiday Closure

27 Mar: The Supplier Development Programme will be closed on Friday 3 April 2026 and Monday 6 April 2026.

Check Out Procurement Journey’s Guidance to Help Buyers Manage Contracts

24 Mar: If you are a Scottish public sector buyer wanting to get the best value for money for your organisation, check out the Procurement Journey’s Contract and Supplier Management (CSM) guidance.

Reducing Grave Professional Misconduct Risk in Your Supply Chain

17 Mar: The Scottish Government has released SPPN 3/2026, explaining how public bodies should proceed when bidders are involved in grave professional misconduct.

Tender opportunities

Public Contracts Scotland

Featured events

3.2 Expanding to sell into the wider UK market

Tuesday 31 March 2026, 1.30-3:00pm

Webinar

This workshop will show experienced bidders how to grow your business by exploring new public sector markets through out the UK. Thanks to technology, doing business across borders is more accessible than ever–but is it really that easy to expand your footprint?

CCS Construction Works & Associated Services 3 Framework

Thursday 2 April 2026, 2.00-3:30pm

Webinar

1.1 Working with the Public Sector - All You Need to Know

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.30am-12:00pm

Webinar

New to bidding, tendering and procurement? Join this introductory course to gain a comprehensive overview of the public sector marketplace in Scotland and beyond.

Market Engagement with Police Scotland

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 1.30-3:00pm

Webinar

Police Scotland invite suppliers to participate in a live market engagement webinar focused on the introduction of road traffic diversionary courses in Scotland. Join us to hear what the plans are for this exciting new opportunity to work with Police Scotland

1.2 Using Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) – How to Find and Bid for Opportunities

Wednesday 15 April 2026, 2.00-3:30pm

Webinar

Join this webinar to learn everything you need to know about Public Contracts Scotland, the national public sector tender portal for Scotland.

Talking Tenders with East Lothian Council

Thursday 16 April 2026, 2.00-3:30pm

Webinar

East Lothian Council is about to publish a new Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for transport journeys, to meet the education and social care needs of children and vulnerable adults, as well as other passenger requirements. Join us to hear what the ELC procurement colleagues tell us about this opportunity for you to provide transport services

1.3 Getting Your Business Tender Ready - The Checklist

Tuesday 21 April 2026, 10.30am-12:00pm

Webinar

Knowing what your business needs to have in place before you start tendering is the foundation to success. This webinar will provide you with an easy to use checklist and description of all the policies, processes and evidence you need to have ready before you bid on an opportunity.

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