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Supplier Development Programme Announces Virtual Meet the Buyer Activities

19 May 2020: The Supplier Development Programme has announced that a virtual interactive event will be held on 2 June 2020 that will focus on suppliers engaging with a range of public sector buyers through a “Twitter Takeover,” supported by two free SDP tender training webinars.

PCS - scheduled downtime 22 May 2020 to 25 May 2020

18 May 2020: To run essential maintenance on the infrastructure behind the PCS website, there is scheduled downtime between 22nd May to 25th May 2020. Please ensure you give yourself plenty of time if preparing to submit a bid.

SDP Scotland and COVID-19 Information

15 May 2020: Learn about how SDP Scotland is working with membership organisations and public sector partners to provide tender training to Scottish SMEs, third sector and supported businesses during the COVID-19 crisis.

Talking Tenders with the Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA)

11 May 2020: The Supplier Development Programme has scheduled the first ever webinar on “Talking Tenders with the Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA)” on 19 May. The SPA is keen to engage with as many companies as possible throughout Scotland, particularly SMEs and supported businesses, as part of crucial development of its frameworks.

Supplier Opportunity with CCS: Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Solutions

8 May 2020: The Supplier Development Programme is working in partnership with CCS to promote a unique opportunity to win a place on a UK-wide DPS on vehicle charging infrastructure within Scotland and the rest of the UK.

Supplier Relief: What’s been your experience?

7 May 2020: With the support of the Scottish Government, the Supplier Development Programme is keen to gather suppliers’ views in a survey on the effects of Supplier Relief.

Angus Council Procurement Announces Supplier Relief During COVID-19

4 May 2020: Support for key suppliers and grant-supported providers during COVID-19 has been announced by Angus Council.