Welcome to the Supplier Development Programme
If you’re a Scottish SME or third sector organisation interested in working with the public sector, we can help. We offer expert training, support and information to help you win work and grow your business. And best of all – it’s completely free.
404 not found
We have recently redesigned our site and some content has moved. Please browse via the menu above or try searching if you are unable to find what you are looking for.
Latest news
Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) Downtime Scheduled
16 May:
#SupplierOpps with Orkney Islands Council
16 May: Would you like to work with Orkney Islands Council? The Council has published a number of contract opportunities on the Public Contracts Scotland portal.
#SupplierOpp with The Scottish Parliament
16 May: The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) has a requirement for a Scottish Gaelic Translation Services to support the Gaelic Language Plan and Language policy.
Tender opportunities
- • ITT for the Provision of Print and Fulfilment Services in Scotland to Support Home Energy Scotland
- • PURCH2394 Provision Of Framework Agreement For A 3d Singe Cell Multi-Omic Laser
- • The Supply and Delivery of Laboratory Equipment, Supplies and Consumables
- • CE-34-23- Framework Agreement for External Fabric Upgrade Works
- • Request for Information - New build housing and land acquisition (Fife Wide)
- • Provision of Taxi and Private Hire Passenger Transport Service (East Lothian Council)
- • Property Prime Consultant
- • Retail Shop Design & Fit-Out Framework
- • St Andrews Way - supported living service for adults with severe, enduring and complex mental health challenges
- • SPS-02191 Provision of Bread and Rolls
- • ITT for the Provision of Print and Fulfilment Services in Scotland to Support Home Energy Scotland
- • PURCH2394 Provision Of Framework Agreement For A 3d Singe Cell Multi-Omic Laser
- • The Supply and Delivery of Laboratory Equipment, Supplies and Consumables
- • CE-34-23- Framework Agreement for External Fabric Upgrade Works
- • Request for Information - New build housing and land acquisition (Fife Wide)
- • Provision of Taxi and Private Hire Passenger Transport Service (East Lothian Council)
- • Property Prime Consultant
- • Retail Shop Design & Fit-Out Framework
- • St Andrews Way - supported living service for adults with severe, enduring and complex mental health challenges
- • SPS-02191 Provision of Bread and Rolls
Featured events
1.3 Getting Your Business Tender Ready - The Checklist
Tuesday 21 May 2024, 10.30am-12:00pm
Webinar
Knowing what your business needs to have in place before you start tendering is the foundation to success. This webinar will provide you with an easy to use checklist and description of all the policies, processes and evidence you need to have ready before you bid on an opportunity.
Talking Tenders with Forestry and Land Scotland - Mechanised Ground Preparation Operations
Tuesday 21 May 2024, 1.30-3:00pm
Webinar • Partner Event
Supplier Engagement webinar to provide more information on the Mechanised Ground Preparation Operations opportunity.
Talking Tenders with NHS GG&C
Tuesday 28 May 2024, 10.30am-12:00pm
Webinar • Partner Event
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is looking to engage a wider range of suppliers to tender for its future contracts and be part of its supply chain. Join this webinar to find out how your business can do business with NHSGGC, as well as the free support available through the Supplier Development Programme that can help you tender more successfully.
Police Scotland Bus Transport Framework
Tuesday 28 May 2024, 2.00-3:30pm
Webinar • Partner Event
Are you a local bus company that is interested in working with Police Scotland, if yes, please join us as we discuss an upcoming contract for the transport of Officers throughout Scotland (and where required, the rest of the UK)
2.1 Passing the Selection Stage – The Single Procurement Document (SPD)
Wednesday 29 May 2024, 1.30-3:00pm
Webinar
During this webinar we take an in-depth look at the Single Procurement Document (SPD), which was formerly known as the ESPD and PQQ. Attend this course to gain tips and hints that will help you ace this first step and move forward in the bidding process.
Talking Tenders with East Lothian Council
Thursday 30 May 2024, 10.00-11:30am
Webinar • Partner Event
Please join us to hear ELC colleagues discuss the upcoming Framework for the Supply of Transport Services, principally for the conveyance of adult services.
Meet the Buyer National 2024
Wednesday 5 June 2024, 10.00am-3:30pm
Glasgow • SDP Event
Meet procurement teams, buyers and supply chains to learn about upcoming projects and tender opportunities, and introduce your business to your next customer at Meet the Buyer 2024!
Useful resources
Getting started
Read our helpful jargon buster and other documents
Case studies
How SMEs in Scotland have won public sector work with the support of SDP
If things go wrong
Help for suppliers who are having issues or concerns with a Scottish procurement exercise
Sample policy documents
Download free, customisable workplace policy templates for your business
