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Supplier Development Programme shortlisted as GO Awards finalist

The Supplier Development Programme has been shortlisted as a finalist in two categories at this year’s GO Awards Scotland, which will be presented at the Crowne Plaza in Glasgow at the GO Awards Scotland Ceremony on 24 October 2024. The GO Awards celebrate the very best procurement achievements from across the UK’s public, private and third sector organisations.

Meet the Buyer South Set to Return for a Third Year!

Meet the Buyer South set to bring businesses together for the largest free procurement event in the South of Scotland.

Prepare for Meet the Buyer North 2024

With just one week to go until Meet the Buyer North, now is the perfect time to plan your visit.

Two Weeks to go Until Meet the Buyer North 2024

Only two weeks to go until the Supplier Development Programme’s seventh annual Meet the Buyer North event, on 11 September at The Music Hall in Aberdeen.  

Meet the Buyer North Set to Return for a Seventh Year!

The Supplier Development Programme will hold the seventh annual Meet the Buyer North event on Wednesday 11 September at The Music Halls in Aberdeen. This free event will provide suppliers an opportunity to learn about upcoming contracts and opportunities in the North of Scotland.  

Prepare your business for Meet the Buyer National 2024

With less than one month to go until Meet the Buyer National 2024, now is the perfect time to plan your visit.

#SupplierOpp with Shetland Islands Council

Shetland Islands Council is seeking a supplier for the provision of Time Charter Tug Hire of suitable technical specification and class to meet the needs of the Council in Towage operations.

Meet the Education Zone Buyers

Meet the Buyer 2024, on Wednesday 5 June at Hampden Park, Glasgow, is set to play host to the first ever Education Zone, sponsored by Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges (APUC) and Glasgow Caledonian University. 

#SupplierOpp with East Lothian Council

East Lothian Council has published a Contract Notice on Public Contracts Scotland (PCS), seeking a contractor for the Inspection and Testing of Fall Arrest Equipment & Associated Works.

SDP announced as finalist in UK GO Awards

The Supplier Development Programme, in collaboration with NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, has been recognized as a finalist for the Developing Supplier Diversity Award at the UK National GO Awards 23/24.

#SupplierOpp with Orkney Islands Council

Orkney Islands Council has published a Contract Notice on Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) inviting quotations from suitably qualified contractors for the inspection and testing of vehicles for use as taxis and private hire cars.

#SupplierOpp with Fife Council

Fife Council is looking for suitable contractors for the 'Provision of Auction Services' Framework Agreement. The Framework Agreement involves managing the sale of vehicles, plant and miscellaneous items that have reached the end of their useful life. 

Success Stories: Scottish Borders Council Partners With SDP to Support Local SMEs

In partnership with the Supplier Development Programme (SDP), Scottish Borders Council helped local SMEs understand how to bid for its Repairs and Maintenance Framework, by hosting a free Aligned Tender Training webinar in April 2023.

Meet The Buyer 2024 brings businesses together for Scotland’s largest free procurement event

The 15^th annual Meet the Buyer National event takes place on Wednesday, 5 June 2024 at Hampden Park, Glasgow.

Scottish Islands Deal – Information and Supply Chain Engagement Webinar

#SupplierOpp with North Ayrshire Council

North Ayrshire Council seek to appoint a suitably qualified provider who can deliver annual inspection and reactive maintenance services for domestic and commercial gas central heating installations (and ancillary equipment) within North Ayrshire.

Merry Christmas from the Supplier Development Programme!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Supplier Development Programme!

#SupplierOpp with Northern Lighthouse Board

Northern Lighthouse Board has published a Competitive Contract Notice to the Northern Lighthouse Board e-Sourcing Portal, seeking suppliers to fulfil the Fabrication of Solar Array, A-Frames and Pedestals contract. 

#SupplierOpp with The Scottish Parliament

The Scottish Parliament Corporate Body (SPCB) is seeking a suitably qualified, experienced, knowledgeable and innovative contractor to provide professional property services to support the SPCB.