Planning

Meet the Buyer 2019

ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Aberdeen City Council is planning a significant public procurement event titled "Meet the Buyer 2019," scheduled for 13th November 2019 at Hampden Park, Glasgow. This event aims to connect suppliers with key decision-makers from various public sector organisations and private contractors, providing a platform for networking and procurement opportunities. The event will run from 10 am to 4 pm, and interested participants are encouraged to register early due to limited availability. The procurement process is classified under services, and the event is offered free of charge to all attendees.

This event presents a strong opportunity for businesses to expand their networks and market presence in Scotland's public procurement sector, where an estimated £11 billion is spent annually on goods, services, and works. Companies engaged in various industries, particularly those capable of providing services to local councils, NHS, and educational institutions, would greatly benefit from attending. The interaction with an array of buyers and contractors at the event could lead to new partnerships and contracts, making it an invaluable occasion for business growth.

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Notice Title

Meet the Buyer 2019

Notice Description

The Supplier Development Programme, in partnership with Scottish Government and Scotland Excel, is holding its national Meet the Buyer event on the 13th November 2019 at Hampden Park, Glasgow. Date: Wednesday 13th November 2019 Time: 10am - 4pm Venue: Hampden Park Stadium, Glasgow 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 www.sdpscotland.co.uk. If you need any further information please contact us at info@sdpscotland.co.uk.

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 GBP 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. Event details: Date: Wednesday 13th November 2019 Time: 10am - 4pm Venue: Hampden Park Stadium, Glasgow 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/. NEW SDP WEBSITE INSTRUCTIONS The Supplier Development Programme has recently launched a new website, where all businesses must register and login to book their place at Meet the Buyer. Please visit www.sdpscotland.co.uk/register/ to create your account. If you need any further information please contact us at info@sdpscotland.co.uk. Follow the hashtag on social media: #MeetTheBuyer2019.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000601272
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT369216
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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80400000 - Adult and other education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
13 Nov 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
ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
cpssprocurement@aberdeencity.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1467530600

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB16 5GB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT369216
    Meet the Buyer 2019 - The Supplier Development Programme, in partnership with Scottish Government and Scotland Excel, is holding its national Meet the Buyer event on the 13th November 2019 at Hampden Park, Glasgow. Date: Wednesday 13th November 2019 Time: 10am - 4pm Venue: Hampden Park Stadium, Glasgow 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 www.sdpscotland.co.uk. If you need any further information please contact us at info@sdpscotland.co.uk.

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