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SELECT becomes Supplier Development Programme’s inaugural Network Partner
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 through shared expertise, collaborative communications and mutual support.
Building Stronger Supply Chains in the North of Scotland
For larger contractors, winning and delivering successful projects is about more than construction. It means creating social value, contributing to community wealth building and developing resilient supply chains that use a diverse range of local suppliers - that’s where Meet the Buyer North 2026 comes in.
Meet the Buyer North set to return for 2026!
Meet the Buyer North is once again set to bring businesses together for the largest free procurement event in the North of Scotland.
Celebrating World SME Day: How SDP Helps Scottish Businesses Win Public Sector Contracts
Scotland’s small and medium-sized businesses are the backbone of our economy. They create jobs, drive innovation and support communities across the country. Ahead of World SME Day on 27 June 2026, we’re celebrating the contribution Scotland’s SMEs make every day and highlighting the opportunities available through public sector procurement.
SDP announce Meet the Buyer 2026 Agenda
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.
SDP Bank Holiday Closure
The Supplier Development Programme will be closed on Monday 4 May 2026.
SDP to attend DPRTE Scottish Defence Procurement & Supply Chain Summit
The DPRTE Scottish Defence Procurement & Supply Chain Summit takes place at the Marriott Glasgow on 20 May 2026, offering SMEs a practical route into Scotland’s growing defence market.
Meet the Buyer National set to return for 2026
Now in its 17th year, this free-to-attend networking event will take place on Tuesday 2 June 2026, from 10am to 3pm, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central.
Veolia Seeks Scottish Suppliers for £70m Energy Expansion Across Scotland
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.
Scottish Government Releases Guidance on UK Cross Border Framework Procurement
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
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.
Did you know there is a free tender training service in Scotland?
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.
Meet the Buyer Tayside to Return in 2026!
Don’t miss the annual Meet the Buyer Tayside event, on Tuesday 3 March 2026 , from 10am – 2pm, at the Innovation Hub at Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc, Dundee.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from SDP!
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
The Supplier Development Programme is delighted to be exhibiting at Space-Comm, at SEC Glasgow, on 3 and 4 December 2025.
SDP Awarded Public Procurement Project of the Year at GO Awards Scotland 2025
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.
SDP Bank Holiday Office Closure
The Supplier Development Programme will be closed on Monday 29 September 2025 and our helpdesk will be unavailable during this time.
Two Weeks to go Until Meet the Buyer North: Prepare for Your Attendance
With just two weeks to go until Meet the Buyer North 2025, now is the perfect time to plan your visit.
SDP Bank Holiday Closure
The Supplier Development Programme will be closed on Monday 26 May for the bank holiday weekend.
SDP Bank Holiday Closure
The Supplier Development Programme will be closed on Monday 5 May for the bank holiday weekend.
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