Planning

National Meet the Buyer Scotland 2023

SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

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Summary of the contracting process

The Supplier Development Programme is planning the National Meet the Buyer Scotland 2023 event, scheduled for Wednesday 17th May 2023 at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre. The event will bring together buyers from various public and private sector organisations, including local councils, government departments, NHS entities, and private contractors. This procurement opportunity is in the planning stage, providing businesses with a chance to engage directly with decision-makers and explore contract opportunities in services. Interested parties should take note of the event date and location in Edinburgh, UK, and prepare for the future notice date on 21st April 2023.

Participating in the National Meet the Buyer Scotland 2023 event offers businesses the chance to interact with a range of buyers and make connections that can lead to potential growth opportunities. Companies looking to expand their presence in the public sector services industry should consider attending this free event, where they can meet key procurement players and learn about upcoming contract opportunities. Registering early for the event is recommended due to limited spaces available for participants seeking to engage with public and private sector decision-makers, making it crucial for businesses to act promptly to secure their spot and enhance their prospects for business growth.

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Notice Title

National Meet the Buyer Scotland 2023

Notice Description

The 14th Annual Meet the Buyer 2023 will take place on Wednesday 17th May 2023 at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC). Businesses will be able to meet procurement teams from local councils, alongside other public and private sector buying organisations, private contractors and business support organisations visit https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events-mtb / to see a full list of exhibitors. Bringing together buyers from the Scottish Councils, Government Departments, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, NHS Ayrshire and Arran, Scottish Fire and Rescue, Police Scotland, Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges (APUC), Transport Scotland, UK Department for Transport, Crown Commercial Services and many more, the event offers businesses the opportunity to speak directly to purchasers and decision-makers all under one roof. This unique opportunity will for the first time also offer access to UK national departments to connect Scottish Businesses with national contract opportunities. In addition, there will be large private contractors exhibiting, such as Balfour Beatty, Robertsons FM RJ Mcleod, Amey and Hub East Central Scotland 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/ 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 speakers, where you can hear from a range of expert speakers and participate in Q & A sessions. 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 14th Annual Meet the Buyer 2022 will take place on Wednesday 17th May 2023 at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC). Hosted by the Supplier Development Programme with headline partners the Scottish Government, Scotland Excel, the UK Department for Transport and Elcom. The Supplier Development Programme's Meet the Buyer event is Scotland's largest FREE public procurement event. Bringing together buyers from Scottish Councils, Government Departments, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, NHS Ayrshire and Arran, Scottish Fire and Rescue, Police Scotland, Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges (APUC), Transport Scotland, UK Department for Transport, Crown Commercial Services and many more, the event offers businesses the opportunity to speak directly to purchasers and decision-makers all under one roof. This unique opportunity will for the first time also offer access to UK national departments to connect Scottish Businesses with national contract opportunities. In addition, there will be large private contractors exhibiting, such as Balfour Beatty, Robertsons FM RJ Mcleod, Amey and Hub East Central Scotland 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? 14.5 GBP billion is spent in the public sector in Scotland each year on goods, services and works Meet buyers from a variety of Scottish and National public sector organisations. Meet buyers from a variety of major contractors. Hear the latest about contract opportunities and procurement news from Scotland Excel, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Scottish Government, UK Department for Transport and many more. Make key contacts and find opportunities to grow your business. Access to business support, Supplier Development Programme, Zero Waste Scotland, 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 is hosting this event 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: #MeetTheBuyer2023. 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 is hosting this event all businesses and buyers must register to create their free account and then book their place at Meet the Buyer. contact us: info@sdpscotland.co.uk. Follow the hashtag on social media: #MeetTheBuyer2023

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000729968
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR476799
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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
21 Apr 2023Expired
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
SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
Contact Name
Gillian Cameron
Contact Email
gillian.cameron@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1698454184

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
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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