SDP is a publicly-funded partnership led by 32 Scottish local authorities & supports SME businesses & social enterprises in all aspects of bidding & tendering.
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There are a whole host of opportunities for SMEs to win work with Scotland's public sector. Don't miss out!
Take the first step towards becoming 'tender ready' today. Register with SDP to access FREE resources & tender training events: bit.ly/4uQ8nR1
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Congratulations, you’ve won a public sector contract! Now what?
Scottish SMEs are invited to an "Understanding Your Role in Contract Management" webinar, on 24 June at 2pm, to learn effective contract management from SDPs expert trainer.
Register here: bit.ly/4ea7w7I
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Calling all Scottish SMEs: Are you looking to expand your reach to bid for larger contracts?
Join our FREE 'Consortium Creation and Planning' webinar, on 25 June at 10:30am, to learn how to form a consortium to collaborate and bid for contracts.
Book Now: bit.ly/4u31sm6
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Could you deliver the Scottish Government's Centres of Expertise Programme for Climate Change, Animal Disease, Plant Health or Nature, Flooding & Environment?
Join our FREE webinar, on 23 June at 2pm, to gain insight ahead of the tender publication: bit.ly/4vpPAvJ
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Supplier Development Programme Scotland retweeted
Join @sdpscotland's free webinar on Wednesday 10 June to find out more about using PCS and how to find and bid for opportunities.
Register: sdpscotland.co.uk/events/12-…
ALT Supplier Development Programme Free Webinar
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Calling all bus & taxi operators in the West of Scotland: @WeareSPT is inviting bids for a DPS, covering a range of transport services.
Interested suppliers are invited to a FREE webinar, on 17 June at 2pm, to learn how to bid from SDP's expert trainer: bit.ly/3RMnBrA
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Implementing procurement policies into your bids can be daunting, but help is at hand for Scottish SMEs. Join a free webinar, on 16 June at 10:30am, to learn all you need to know about the most common policy requirements: bit.ly/4tAlvYU
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The @ScotProcurement Policy Note SPPN 03/2023 made provision for new functionality on PCS.
Join SDP & Scottish Government at a free webinar, on 9 July at 10:30am, for an overview of the new functionality and guidance related to the Policy Note: bit.ly/4dsCOX7
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Supplier Development Programme Scotland retweeted
We are here!
Come along and have a chat.
Our friendly staff are happy to help and answer any questions.
#meetthebuyer2026
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Supplier Development Programme Scotland retweeted
Brilliant presentation by Laura Muir focusing on important topics such as collaboration.
If you didn’t get the chance to catch Laura’s presentation pop along to our stand, we are always happy to chat.
#meetthebuyer2026
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Supplier Development Programme Scotland retweeted
Pop by @sdpscotland stand to meet the team and hear about their free training, support and events for suppliers! #PowerofProcurement
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Could you provide mini bus & coach services to @GlasgowCC?
Interested suppliers are invited to a FREE webinar, on 9 June at 4:30pm, to learn how to bid for a place on the Council's 'Mini Bus & Coach Ad-hoc' framework.
Register Now: bit.ly/42B3bEe
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The keynote has kicked off for #MeetTheBuyer2026! There is still time to join us at DoubleTree by Hilton #Glasgow Central until 3pm for #business #networking sdpscotland.co.uk/events/mee…
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#MeetThebuyer2026 is now open!
Join us today at the Doubletree by Hilton Glasgow Central, between 10am and 3pm, to meet with 60 public and private sector organisations with contract and supply chain opportunities.
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Supplier Development Programme Scotland retweeted
We are at @sdpscotland’s 17th #MeetTheBuyerNational event at DoubleTree by Hilton, Glasgow Central!
This is a great opportunity for suppliers to meet buyers and learn about budding and working with the public sector. sdpscotland.co.uk
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24 hours to go until #MeetTheBuyer2026! Over 2,800 suppliers have registered to attend - have you?
Don't miss your chance to engage buyers and decision makers from over 60 public and private sector organisation.
Last chance to secure your free ticket: bit.ly/4pM7Yfl
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Top tip to prepare for #MeettheBuyer2026: Do you want to avoid longer queues? We recommend arriving after lunchtime.
For anyone seeking a quieter experience, we have introduced a 'Sensory Friendly Hour' from 2pm-3pm.
Last chance to register to attend: bit.ly/4pM7Yfl
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The Health Zone, sponsored by NHS Public Services Delivery Scotland, is returning to Meet the Buyer.
Don't miss your chance to connect with healthcare industry buyers and learn about their upcoming contract opportunities.
Book your FREE spot today: bit.ly/4pM7Yfl
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Could you provide 'Carer Support Services' to adult and/or young carers in the @SouthLanCouncil area?
Potential suppliers are invited to a FREE webinar, on 4 June at 10:30am, to learn more about this contract opportunity and how to bid.
Register now: bit.ly/3R9JeBK
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Meet the organisations exhibiting at #MeetTheBuyer2026!
There's just one week to go! Don't miss your chance to engage buyers and decision makers from over 60 public and private sector organisation.
Book your FREE ticket here: bit.ly/4pM7Yfl
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