All events and training listings
Through our extensive list of training and events, the Supplier Development Programme can help small to medium sized businesses, as well as supported businesses, become what we call “tender ready”.
Listed in chronological order, the “Events List” is a comprehensive list of all SDP training, events and external events. Events can also be viewed by month in the “Events Calendar” tab. If you are interested in a specific course and wish to know when and where it is currently scheduled, please browse our courses and be sure to log in to book.
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Exhibitor Guide to Meet the Buyer
Wednesday 14 May 2025, 10:00-11:00am
SDP Event
Thank you for registering to exhibit at Meet the Buyer National 2025, on Wednesday 4 June at Murrayfield Stadium. To help you prepare for this year’s event, SDP will host an online session, on Wednesday 14 May at 10am, to provide an overview of the event and how to maximise your attendance.
Supplier Guide to Meet the Buyer: Preparing for Success
Thursday 15 May 2025, 12:00-1:00pm
SDP Event
Planning to attend Meet the Buyer National 2025? To help you prepare to attend this year’s event, SDP will host a FREE online session, on Thursday 15 May at 12pm, to provide an overview of the event and how to maximise your attendance.
2.1 Passing the Selection Stage – The Single Procurement Document (SPD)
Thursday 15 May 2025, 2:30-4:00pm
Webinar
During this webinar we take an in-depth look at the Single Procurement Document (SPD), which was formerly known as the ESPD and PQQ. Attend this course to gain tips and hints that will help you ace this first step and move forward in the bidding process.
2.2 How to Write Outstanding Tenders - The Invitation to Tender (ITT) Stage
Tuesday 20 May 2025, 10:30am-12:00pm
Webinar
Bidding is all about getting the right words on the page and getting a compliant bid submitted on time. This webinar will demonstrate how to use PCS and PCS-T and will also look at how to construct excellent responses to buyers' questions.
NHS National Community Benefit Gateway (NCBG) portal
Specifically for the NHSGGC area
Tuesday 20 May 2025, 1:30-3:00pm
Webinar • Partner Event
Has your business recently won a GGC NHS contract or are you interested in bidding to be a supplier, then this online meeting is not to be missed! During this webinar we will help you to use the NHS Community Benefit Gateway (CBG) portal to identify projects that support your Community Benefit deliverables
Argyll and Bute General Maintenance Term Contracts
Aligned Tender Training -how to use PCS to bid for the Argyll & Bute general maintenance contract
Thursday 22 May 2025, 2:30-4:00pm
Webinar • SDP Event
During this webinar our expert trainer will demonstrate- live online, how to bid for the Argyll and Bute General Maintenance Term Contract using Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) portal.
Renfrewshire Council Cenefits Training
Cenefits Portal 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.
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.
Talking Tender Glasgow City Health Social Care Partnership (GCHSCP)
Flexible Purchasing Arrangements for Social Care Support
Wednesday 28 May 2025, 10:30am-12:00pm
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
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
Aligned Tender Training - how to use PCS & PCS-T to bid for this opportunity
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.
2.5 Responding to Tender Policy Requirements - Power of Procurement
Thursday 12 June 2025, 10:30am-12:00pm
Webinar
In addition to legal policy requirements like health and safety, this webinar will help your business understand and action social issues that are prioritised in Scotland's public sector such as Net Zero, Community Wealth Building and Fair Work, and provide the most up-to-date policies in your bids.
South Lanarkshire Council for Physiotherapy Services
How to use PCS & PCS-t to bid for the SLC Physiotherapy Services contract
Wednesday 18 June 2025, 10:30am-12:00pm
Webinar
South Lanarkshire Council is looking to procure a replacement physiotherapy service for employees of SLC, SLLC LVJB and SEEMIS
3.1 Understanding Your Role in Contract Management – Critical Success Factors
Wednesday 18 June 2025, 2:30-4:00pm
Webinar
This advanced workshop explains how to successfully deliver on your contract, what to do if things go wrong, and how to win again when it is retendered.
1.2 Using Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) – How to Find and Bid for Opportunities
Wednesday 25 June 2025, 1:30-3:00pm
Webinar
Join this webinar to learn everything you need to know about Public Contracts Scotland, the national public sector tender portal for Scotland.
3.2 Expanding to sell into the wider UK market
Thursday 26 June 2025, 10:30am-12:00pm
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?
1.1 Working with the Public Sector - All You Need to Know
Thursday 10 July 2025, 2:30-4:00pm
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.
1.2 Using Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) – How to Find and Bid for Opportunities
Wednesday 16 July 2025, 1:30-3:00pm
Webinar
Join this webinar to learn everything you need to know about Public Contracts Scotland, the national public sector tender portal for Scotland.
1.3 Getting Your Business Tender Ready - The Checklist
Tuesday 22 July 2025, 1:30-3:00pm
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.
1.4 Planning Your Bid – Time and Resources
Wednesday 30 July 2025, 1:30-3:00pm
Webinar
The biggest learning curve in tendering is understanding the time, energy and resources that go into creating a winning bid. This webinar will walk you through the steps of how to plan and manage your bid, making it as stress free as possible.
2.1 Passing the Selection Stage – The Single Procurement Document (SPD)
Thursday 7 August 2025, 1:00-2:30pm
Webinar
During this webinar we take an in-depth look at the Single Procurement Document (SPD), which was formerly known as the ESPD and PQQ. Attend this course to gain tips and hints that will help you ace this first step and move forward in the bidding process.
2.2 How to Write Outstanding Tenders - The Invitation to Tender (ITT) Stage
Wednesday 13 August 2025, 2:30-4:00pm
Webinar
Bidding is all about getting the right words on the page and getting a compliant bid submitted on time. This webinar will demonstrate how to use PCS and PCS-T and will also look at how to construct excellent responses to buyers' questions.
2.3 Understanding and Bidding - Frameworks and Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS)
Thursday 21 August 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.
2.4 Improving Your Bid Score - Increase Your Tender Win Rate
Tuesday 26 August 2025, 1:30-3:00pm
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.
2.5 Responding to Tender Policy Requirements - Power of Procurement
Wednesday 3 September 2025, 1:30-3:00pm
Webinar
In addition to legal policy requirements like health and safety, this webinar will help your business understand and action social issues that are prioritised in Scotland's public sector such as Net Zero, Community Wealth Building and Fair Work, and provide the most up-to-date policies in your bids.
Meet the Buyer North 2025
Wednesday 10 September 2025, 10:00am-3:30pm
Aberdeen • SDP Event
The Supplier Development Programme is set to host the eighth annual Meet the Buyer North, at The Music Hall in Aberdeen on 10 September 2025.
3.1 Understanding Your Role in Contract Management – Critical Success Factors
Thursday 11 September 2025, 1:00-2:00pm
Webinar
This advanced workshop explains how to successfully deliver on your contract, what to do if things go wrong, and how to win again when it is retendered.
3.2 Expanding to sell into the wider UK market
Tuesday 16 September 2025, 2:30-4:00pm
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?
1.1 Working with the Public Sector - All You Need to Know
Tuesday 30 September 2025, 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.
Scotland Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition 2025
Wednesday 1 October 2025, 9:00am-Thursday 2 October 2025, 5:00pm
Glasgow • External Event
The Scotland Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition will be returning to the SEC Centre in Glasgow on the 1st & 2nd of October 2025.
1.2 Using Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) – How to Find and Bid for Opportunities
Thursday 9 October 2025, 2:30-4:00pm
Webinar
Join this webinar to learn everything you need to know about Public Contracts Scotland, the national public sector tender portal for Scotland.
1.3 Getting Your Business Tender Ready - The Checklist
Wednesday 15 October 2025, 1:30-3:00pm
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.
1.4 Planning Your Bid – Time and Resources
Tuesday 21 October 2025, 10:30am-12:00pm
Webinar
The biggest learning curve in tendering is understanding the time, energy and resources that go into creating a winning bid. This webinar will walk you through the steps of how to plan and manage your bid, making it as stress free as possible.
2.1 Passing the Selection Stage – The Single Procurement Document (SPD)
Thursday 30 October 2025, 10:30am-12:00pm
Webinar
During this webinar we take an in-depth look at the Single Procurement Document (SPD), which was formerly known as the ESPD and PQQ. Attend this course to gain tips and hints that will help you ace this first step and move forward in the bidding process.
2.2 How to Write Outstanding Tenders - The Invitation to Tender (ITT) Stage
Tuesday 4 November 2025, 10:30am-12:00pm
Webinar
Bidding is all about getting the right words on the page and getting a compliant bid submitted on time. This webinar will demonstrate how to use PCS and PCS-T and will also look at how to construct excellent responses to buyers' questions.
2.3 Understanding and Bidding - Frameworks and Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS)
Wednesday 12 November 2025, 2:30-4:00pm
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.
1.2 Using Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) – How to Find and Bid for Opportunities
Thursday 13 November 2025, 10:30am-12:00pm
Webinar
Join this webinar to learn everything you need to know about Public Contracts Scotland, the national public sector tender portal for Scotland.
2.4 Improving Your Bid Score - Increase Your Tender Win Rate
Thursday 20 November 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.
2.5 Responding to Tender Policy Requirements - Power of Procurement
Tuesday 25 November 2025, 10:30am-12:00pm
Webinar
In addition to legal policy requirements like health and safety, this webinar will help your business understand and action social issues that are prioritised in Scotland's public sector such as Net Zero, Community Wealth Building and Fair Work, and provide the most up-to-date policies in your bids.
3.1 Understanding Your Role in Contract Management – Critical Success Factors
Wednesday 3 December 2025, 1:30-3:00pm
Webinar
This advanced workshop explains how to successfully deliver on your contract, what to do if things go wrong, and how to win again when it is retendered.
3.2 Expanding to sell into the wider UK market
Thursday 11 December 2025, 10:30am-12:00pm
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?
Forestry and Land Scotland - Tree and Seed Haulage Contract aligned Tender training
Aligned Tender Training - how to use PCS & PCS-T to bid for this opportunity
Postponed – future date TBC
Webinar • SDP Event
Join us to find out more about this upcoming contract and how to use Public Contracts Scotland & Public Contracts Scotland-Tender to bid for this FLS opportunity in real -time, as we follow the buyers instructions to access the tender documents live online
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