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Help Test the New Supplier Journey Structure

31 Aug 2026: You are invited to comment on the new Supplier Journey structure supporting suppliers navigate the procurement process

Learn to navigate the Central Digital Platform through the Department for Transport’s webinar

25 Aug 2026: The Department for Transport will host a webinar on 15 September to provide guidance on how to use the Central Digital Platform.

Tender Truths: No Business is Too Small to Bid for Public Sector Contracts

21 Aug 2026: Ever felt like your business was too small to tender? SDP offers free tender training webinars and networking events to assist you in finding and bidding for public sector contracts.

Find Your Next Customer in Our Meet the Buyer Zone at the Scottish Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition

21 Aug 2026: SDP set to host a MTB Zone at the Scottish Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition, taking place on September 30 and October 1, 2026.

Inverclyde Council Publishes Pipeline Projects Ahead of its SDP Meet the Buyer

20 Aug 2026: Learn more about Inverclyde Council's upcoming projects at the Beacon Art Centre, Greenock on the 25 August 2026, from 9:30am to 12:30pm.

SELECT becomes Supplier Development Programme’s inaugural Network Partner

20 Aug 2026: The Supplier Development Programme (SDP) is delighted to announce SELECT as its first official Network Partner, marking the beginning of a new partnership model designed to bring both organisations together.

The Construction Sessions - Sustainability In Construction - 29 September 2026

6 Aug 2026: Scottish Government –Procurement and Property Directorate are hosting a webinar on Sustainability In Construction.

Building Stronger Supply Chains in the North of Scotland

6 Aug 2026: Are looking to strengthen your presence in the North of Scotland, identify new suppliers or demonstrate your commitment to social value? Find out how Meet the Buyer North 2026 can help you reach these goals.

Help Zero Waste Scotland Combat Household Food Waste

6 Aug 2026: SDP is asking its Local Authority Partners to join Zero Waste Scotland for an idea generation workshop, to tackle Scotland’s food waste at the Cosla Conference Centre.

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