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Help the Scottish Government shape the Procurement and Supplier Journeys

6 Jul 2026: Don't miss your chance to help the Scottish Government shape the updated Procurement and Supplier Journeys.

Public Service Reform Committee seeks views as part of pre-budget scrutiny

6 Jul 2026: The Public Service Reform Committee is seeking views from public sector leaders, staff delivering public sector services, and more as part of its pre-budget scrutiny 2027-28.

Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited seeks supplier feedback on Port Infrastructure Framework

6 Jul 2026: Caledonian Maritime Assets is seeking feedback from suppliers on a proposed Port Infrastructure Framework opportunity.

Meet the Buyer North set to return for 2026!

29 Jun 2026: The Supplier Development Programme will host the ninth annual Meet the Buyer North event on Thursday 3 September 2026, at The Music Hall, in Aberdeen.

Celebrating World SME Day: How SDP Helps Scottish Businesses Win Public Sector Contracts

26 Jun 2026: Discover how the Supplier Development Programme (SDP) is helping Scottish SMEs find, bid for and win public sector contracts with free training, resources and expert support this World SME Day.

The Department for Transport to host a webinar on the Central Digital Platform

9 Jun 2026: Webinar how to register on and navigate the Central Digital Platform

Perth and Kinross Council Seek Views from Local Businesses on Bidding for their Contracts.

28 May 2026: Perth & Kinross Council seek Local Business Feedback on their Tender Processes

SDP announce Meet the Buyer 2026 Agenda

21 May 2026: The Supplier Development Programme has announced the agenda for Meet the Buyer 2026, which will take place on 2 June at the DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central. 

Meet the Buyer 2026: Health Zone Exhibitors Introduced

15 May 2026: Introducing the Health Zone, sponsored by NHS Public Services Delivery Scotland, the procurement teams will be ready to discuss their upcoming opportunities.

Meet the Buyer 2026: Education Zone Exhibitors Introduced

13 May 2026: Discover the goods, works and services required by education buyers at the Meet the Buyer 2026 Education Zone.

Discover Dumfries & Galloway Council Contracts

8 May 2026: Introduce your business to Dumfries & Galloway Council at The Bridge, Dumfries on 21 May from 9.30am to 12.30pm.

SDP announced as finalist at the UK National GO Awards!

8 May 2026: SDP and NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde have been shortlisted as a finalist at the UK National GO Awards for the Public Procurement Project of the Year.

Meet the Buyer 2026: Transport Zone Exhibitors Introduced

8 May 2026: Explore the Meet the Buyer 2026 Transport Zone, sponsored by the Department for Transport, and discover a host of upcoming transport opportunities.

Meet the Buyer 2026: Construction Zone Exhibitors Introduced

7 May 2026: Looking for your next opportunity in construction? Stop by the Construction Zone at Meet the Buyer National on Tuesday 2 June at the DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central.

Find Hospitality and Catering Contracts at Dumfries & Galloway Meet the Buyer

5 May 2026: If you’re a catering or hospitality supplier looking for your next opportunity, then don’t miss Meet the Buyer Dumfries & Galloway returning to The Bridge, Dumfries, on 21 May.

Discuss Energy Contract Opportunities with SDP at All Energy 2026

1 May 2026: Join the Supplier Development Programme (SDP) for advice on tendering for opportunities within the energy sector, as it sponsors and exhibits at All Energy on 13 and 14 May at the SEC, Glasgow.

SDP Bank Holiday Closure

27 Apr 2026: The Supplier Development Programme office will be closed for the early May bank holiday on Monday 4 May 2026. 

SDP to attend DPRTE Scottish Defence Procurement & Supply Chain Summit

22 Apr 2026: The Supplier Development Programme is delighted to be participating in the DPRTE Scottish Defence Procurement & Supply Chain Summit, at the Marriott in Glasgow, on 20 May 2026.

Meet the Buyer National set to return for 2026

13 Apr 2026: Find your next customer at the Supplier Development Programme's Meet the Buyer 2026, on Tuesday 2 June 2026, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central.