Planning

Meet The Buyer South 2025

EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Meet The Buyer South 2025" event is in the planning stage, initiated by East Lothian Council. This event targets businesses in the South East of Scotland and falls under the "General public services" category. It is a significant opportunity for enterprises to engage with public and private sector buyers. The event will be held at The Tait Hall in Kelso on 8 October 2025. This procurement process involves collaboration with Midlothian Council, Scottish Borders Council, and South of Scotland Enterprise, emphasising its regional importance. The communication for this process indicates a future notice date of 8 October 2025, in line with the event date. Businesses are encouraged to register as attendance is free but places are limited.

The "Meet The Buyer South 2025" event presents a valuable opportunity for businesses looking to expand their operations by connecting with key stakeholders and procurement teams. Such events can facilitate access to new projects and partnerships, essential for business growth in the region. Enterprises providing goods, particularly those related to "General public services," are well-suited to benefit from this event. The setting encourages networking and information exchange, offering businesses the chance to establish and reinforce connections within the local supply chain. This collaborative approach highlights the importance of regional engagement in public procurement and offers an excellent platform for businesses to leverage forthcoming opportunities.

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Notice Title

Meet The Buyer South 2025

Notice Description

Now in its 4th year, the Supplier Development Programme is set to host Meet the Buyer South event at The Tait Hall in Kelso, on 8 October 2025. Partnered by East Lothian Council, Midlothian Council, Scottish Borders Council and South of Scotland Enterprise, this FREE event provides businesses operating in the South East of Scotland the chance to connect with key public and private sector buyers. Come along to meet procurement teams, buyers and supply chain partners with upcoming projects and opportunities in the South East of Scotland. The event is FREE to attend and open to all, but places are limited. Register now: https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events-mtbs25/

Lot Information

Lot 1

Meet The Buyer South 2025 Now in its 4th year, the Supplier Development Programme is set to host Meet the Buyer South event at The Tait Hall in Kelso, on 8 October 2025. Partnered by East Lothian Council, Midlothian Council, Scottish Borders Council and South of Scotland Enterprise, this FREE event provides businesses operating in the South East of Scotland the chance to connect with key public and private sector buyers. Come along to meet procurement teams, buyers and supply chain partners with upcoming projects and opportunities in the South East of Scotland. The event is FREE to attend and open to all, but places are limited. Register now: https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events-mtbs25/. The event is FREE to attend and open to all, but places are limited. Register now: https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events-mtbs25/ If you do not have an existing Supplier Development Programme account, select the Register button first.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000807586
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537204
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

44100000 - Construction materials and associated items

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
8 Oct 2025Expired
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
EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Procurement
Contact Email
procurement@eastlothian.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1620827827

Buyer Location

Locality
HADDINGTON, EAST LOTHIAN
Postcode
EH41 3HA
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian
Delivery Location
TLM91 Scottish Borders

Local Authority
East Lothian
Electoral Ward
Haddington and Lammermuir
Westminster Constituency
Lothian East

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537204
    Meet The Buyer South 2025 - Now in its 4th year, the Supplier Development Programme is set to host Meet the Buyer South event at The Tait Hall in Kelso, on 8 October 2025. Partnered by East Lothian Council, Midlothian Council, Scottish Borders Council and South of Scotland Enterprise, this FREE event provides businesses operating in the South East of Scotland the chance to connect with key public and private sector buyers. Come along to meet procurement teams, buyers and supply chain partners with upcoming projects and opportunities in the South East of Scotland. The event is FREE to attend and open to all, but places are limited. Register now: https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events-mtbs25/

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