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Veolia Seeks Scottish Suppliers for £70m Energy Expansion Across Scotland

Lynzie McLean — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:25:00 +0100

Veolia, a global leader in ecological transformation, is expanding its Energy and Utility Services operations in Scotland and is seeking capable Scottish suppliers to support a growing pipeline of long‑term projects. With major tenders expected in late Q1/early Q2 for projects exceeding £70m and contract terms of 15–20 years, this is a significant opportunity for experienced contractors.

Could you Reserve Contracts for Third Sector Organisations?

Noemi — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:30:00 +0100

Buyers, did you know that you can reserve certain contracts for Third Sector Organisations?

SDP Bank Holiday Closure

Lynzie McLean — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:55:00 +0000

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

Noemi — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:05:00 +0000

If you are a Scottish public sector buyer wanting to get the best value for money for your organisation, the Procurement Journey’s Contract and Supplier Management (CSM) guidance is definitely worth a look.

Reducing Grave Professional Misconduct Risk in Your Supply Chain

Noemi — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000

The Scottish Government has released guidance to help reduce the risk of grave professional misconduct in your supply chain, with its latest Policy Note Public procurement - human rights and grave professional misconduct: SPPN 3/2026.

Scottish Government Releases Guidance on UK Cross Border Framework Procurement

Noemi — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:10:00 +0000

If you are looking to buy goods, works or services from a procurement framework founded in another part of the UK, you might wonder which country’s rules apply to your procurement process.

Scottish Government Publish Annual Report on Procurement Activity in Scotland 2023-2024

Lynzie McLean — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:12:00 +0000

The Scottish Government has published the annual report on procurement activity in Scotland for the 2023 to 2024 financial year, which highlights SDP’s role in supporting SMEs and Third Sector Organisations bid for public sector contracts.

Scottish Government Publish SPPN 1/2026: Annual Procurement Reports for 2026 to 2027

Lynzie McLean — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:50:00 +0000

The Scottish Government has published a new Scottish Procurement Policy Note (SPPN), providing details on how contracting authorities should notify Scottish Ministers of the publication of their annual procurement reports covering financial year 2026 to 2027.

Procurement threshold values 2026-2027

Gillian Cameron — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:17:00 +0000

The European Commission has updated thresholds above which public procurement rules apply for the next two years. The new thresholds for contracts governed by the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, the Concessions Contracts (Scotland) Regulation 2016, the Utilities Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2016 and the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011, came into force on 1 January 2026, and will be in place until the end of 2027.

Did you know there is a free tender training service in Scotland?

Lynzie McLean — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 11:39:00 +0000

Each year, the Supplier Development Programme (SDP) delivers over a hundred training webinars and networking events across Scotland, designed to help businesses win a share of Scotland’s £16.6bn public sector spend.

Supporting Crown Commercial Service’s SME Action Plan Across Scotland

Amy Peters — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 17:05:00 +0000

Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has recently launched its refreshed SME Action Plan, aimed at removing barriers and expanding opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises across the UK.

Supplier Development Programme welcomes Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited Aboard

Amy Peters — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

The Supplier Development Programme (SDP) is delighted to formally welcome Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) as its newest affiliate member.

Final Days to Share Your Views on Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act Changes

Lynzie McLean — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 10:11:00 +0000

The Scottish Government’s consultation on proposed amendments to the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act’s thresholds is due to close on 8 January 2026. This is your final chance to have your voice heard.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from SDP!

Lynzie McLean — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:18:00 +0000

The Supplier Development Programme would like to thank all of our suppliers, members, and partners for your support during 2025.

SDP Set to Exhibit at Space-Comm

Lynzie McLean — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 20:09:00 +0000

The Supplier Development Programme is delighted to be exhibiting at Space-Comm, at SEC Glasgow, on 3 and 4 December 2025.

Free Tender Support for Police Scotland Catering Opportunity

Amy Peters — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 12:28:00 +0000

Calling all catering and hospitality providers across Scotland! The Supplier Development Programme (SDP), on behalf of the Scottish Police Authority, is hosting an interactive ‘Talking Tenders’ webinar on their upcoming Provision of Catering and Hospitality Services Framework.

SDP Awarded Public Procurement Project of the Year at GO Awards Scotland 2025

Lynzie McLean — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 12:09:00 +0000

The Supplier Development Programme (SDP), alongside NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, received the ‘Public Procurement Project of the Year’ Award at the GO Awards Scotland 2025/26.

Consultation on amending the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act’s thresholds

Gillian Cameron — Tue, 21 Oct 2025 09:42:00 +0100

Procurement plays a vital role in delivering public services and supporting local economies. The Scottish Government, has recently launched their consultation seeking views on changing the thresholds within the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act 2014 (the Act).

New Venue Announced for Fife Meet The Buyer 2025

Julie Shennan — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 14:40:00 +0100

The annual Fife Meet The Buyer event has moved location for 2025; it will be held in the brand-new Dunfermline City Campus, on 6 November, from 9am-12:30pm.

Meet the Supplier Development Programme at the Renfrewshire Council Local Business Event

Amy Peters — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 12:08:00 +0100

The Supplier Development Programme is delighted to be attending the upcoming Renfrewshire Local Business event, where we’ll be on hand to provide expert guidance and support to local businesses looking to engage with the public sector.