Planning

National Meet the Buyer event 2019

SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

South Lanarkshire Council is planning a National Meet the Buyer event, scheduled for 13 November 2019, at Hampden Park, Glasgow, from 10 am to 4 pm. This event falls under the services industry category and is part of a initiative to foster communication between suppliers and public sector buyers across Scotland. Stakeholders from various public organisations, private contractors, and business support providers will be present. Businesses are urged to register early as spaces are limited, with the deadline for registration set for 12 October 2019.

This event represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those in consulting, construction, and various service sectors, to engage directly with public sector buyers and major contractors. Participants will benefit from networking opportunities, workshops led by expert speakers, and insights into potential upcoming contracts, which could ultimately drive growth and expand their reach in the public procurement market. This is an excellent platform for small to medium-sized enterprises looking to establish connections and enhance their visibility to decision-makers in the public sector.

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Notice Title

National Meet the Buyer event 2019

Notice Description

The Supplier Development Programme in partnership with Scottish Government and Scotland Excel are holding their national Meet the Buyer event on the 13th November 2019 at Hampden Park, Glasgow Time: 10am - 4pm Meet the Buyer 2019 will see exhibitors from the public sector, private contractors and business support providers. As the largest free procurement event in Scotland, the event affords suppliers unprecedented access to buyers and decision makers from across the Public and Private sector, with the opportunity to raise your profile as a business and prepare for upcoming contract opportunities. There will also be a programme of workshops, where you can hear from a range of expert speakers. The event is FREE to attend and open to all, but places are limited so make sure you register early at https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events-mtb/

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Supplier Development Programme, in partnership with Scottish Government and Scotland Excel, is holding the 11th Annual National Meet the Buyer event on Wednesday, 13 November 2019 at Hampden Park Stadium, Glasgow. The Supplier Development Programme's Meet the Buyer event is Scotland's largest FREE public procurement event. Bringing together buyers from Scottish Councils, NHS, Universities and Colleges, Transport, DFID, and more, the event offers businesses the opportunity to speak directly to purchasers and decision-makers all under one roof. In addition, there will be large private contractors exhibiting who are keen to engage with new suppliers and promote their sub-contract opportunities. A full list of exhibitors is available on https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events-mtb/ Why attend? - 11 billion pounds is spent in the public sector in Scotland each year on goods, services and works - Meet buyers from over 60 public sector organisations. - Meet buyers from a variety of major contractors. - Hear the latest procurement news from the Centre of Procurement Excellence, Scotland Excel, Sellafield, and more. -Make key contacts and find opportunities to grow your business. - Access to business support, Supplier Development Programme, Business Gateway, Scottish Enterprise and many more Please ensure you register at https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events-mtb/ to book your free place The event is FREE to attend and open to all, but places are limited so make sure you register early at www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events-mtb/ The Supplier Development Programme has recently launched a new website, where all businesses and buyers must register to create their free account and then book their place at Meet the Buyer. This event is run by SDP: contact us: info@sdpscotland.co.uk. Follow the hashtag on social media: #MeetTheBuyer2019. The event is FREE to attend and open to all, but places are limited so make sure you register early at www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events-mtb/ This event is run by SDP on behalf of the public sector:Contact us info@sdpscotland.co.uk. Follow the hashtag on social media: #MeetTheBuyer2019

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000600808
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368766
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
12 Oct 2019Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Supplier Development Programme
Contact Email
info@sdpscoltand.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1698454889

Buyer Location

Locality
HAMILTON
Postcode
ML3 0AA
Post Town
Motherwell
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
South Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
Hamilton North and East
Westminster Constituency
Hamilton and Clyde Valley

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368766
    National Meet the Buyer event 2019 - The Supplier Development Programme in partnership with Scottish Government and Scotland Excel are holding their national Meet the Buyer event on the 13th November 2019 at Hampden Park, Glasgow Time: 10am - 4pm Meet the Buyer 2019 will see exhibitors from the public sector, private contractors and business support providers. As the largest free procurement event in Scotland, the event affords suppliers unprecedented access to buyers and decision makers from across the Public and Private sector, with the opportunity to raise your profile as a business and prepare for upcoming contract opportunities. There will also be a programme of workshops, where you can hear from a range of expert speakers. The event is FREE to attend and open to all, but places are limited so make sure you register early at https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events-mtb/

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