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Summary of the contracting process

Inverclyde Council is in the planning stage of a public procurement process for the "Inverclyde Meet the Buyer 2026" event, focusing on the general public services industry. Scheduled for 25th August 2026, this event will take place at the Beacon Arts Centre in Greenock. The event will run from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, providing an excellent opportunity for businesses to connect with public sector buyers and main contractors. The process initiation is under the "tender" type, with the location marked for Greenock. The procurement covers a wide array of classifications, including services and several CPV codes, and is aligned with the General Procurement Agreement (GPA).

The Inverclyde Meet the Buyer 2026 offers a fertile ground for business growth, especially for those in the services sector. Companies specialising in areas such as health services, construction, transportation, ICT, and education, among others, will find valuable networking opportunities. This event is tailored for businesses keen on entering or expanding in the public sector market through subcontracting and supply chain collaborations. The presence of Inverclyde Council, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, and the Supplier Development Programme, among others, provides exhibitors the chance to gather insights on tendering, access potential leads, and enhance brand visibility. Participation can significantly bolster a company's market presence and offer pivotal growth opportunities in and around the Inverclyde area.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Inverclyde Meet the Buyer 2026

Notice Description

Inverclyde Meet the Buyer 2026 Date: Tuesday 25 August 2026 Venue: Beacon Arts Centre, Custom House Quay, Greenock, PA15 1EQ Time: 9.30AM - 12.30 PM The Supplier Development Programme, in partnership with Inverclyde Council, will be hosting the Inverclyde Meet the Buyer event on 25 August 2026, from 9.30am to 12.30pm, in Greenock's Beacon Arts Centre. This free event sees public sector buyers and main contractors exhibit, to discuss their supply chain and subcontracting opportunities with suppliers, who visit the stands. Exhibitors are set to include Inverclyde Council, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, the Supplier Development Programme and more. As well as buyers, the event will connect suppliers based in Inverclyde and the surrounding areas with business support bodies who can advise on training and funding available to grow their organisations. For business support, tips on tendering, contract leads or the chance to increase brand awareness, Inverclyde Meet the Buyer is a must visit. Book a place at the event via the SDP website https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events/inverclyde-meet-the-buyer-2078/

Lot Information

Lot 1

Inverclyde Meet the Buyer 2026 Date: Tuesday 25 August 2026 Venue: Beacon Arts Centre, Custom House Quay, Greenock, PA15 1EQ Time: 9.30AM - 12.30 PM The Supplier Development Programme, in partnership with Inverclyde Council, will be hosting the Inverclyde Meet the Buyer event on 25 August 2026, from 9.30am to 12.30pm, in Greenock's Beacon Arts Centre. This free event sees public sector buyers and main contractors exhibit, to discuss their supply chain and subcontracting opportunities with suppliers, who visit the stands. Exhibitors are set to include Inverclyde Council, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, the Supplier Development Programme and more. As well as buyers, the event will connect suppliers based in Inverclyde and the surrounding areas with business support bodies who can advise on training and funding available to grow their organisations. For business support, tips on tendering, contract leads or the chance to increase brand awareness, Inverclyde Meet the Buyer is a must visit. Book a place at the event via the SDP website https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events/inverclyde-meet-the-buyer-2078/

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000834354
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557742
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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

45 - Construction work

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

45000000 - Construction work

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

80000000 - Education and training services

85000000 - Health and social work services

85111000 - Hospital services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 Jun 2026Expired
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
INVERCLYDE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GREENOCK
Postcode
PA15 1LX
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
TLM83 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire

Local Authority
Inverclyde
Electoral Ward
Inverclyde North
Westminster Constituency
Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557742
    Inverclyde Meet the Buyer 2026 - Inverclyde Meet the Buyer 2026 Date: Tuesday 25 August 2026 Venue: Beacon Arts Centre, Custom House Quay, Greenock, PA15 1EQ Time: 9.30AM - 12.30 PM The Supplier Development Programme, in partnership with Inverclyde Council, will be hosting the Inverclyde Meet the Buyer event on 25 August 2026, from 9.30am to 12.30pm, in Greenock's Beacon Arts Centre. This free event sees public sector buyers and main contractors exhibit, to discuss their supply chain and subcontracting opportunities with suppliers, who visit the stands. Exhibitors are set to include Inverclyde Council, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, the Supplier Development Programme and more. As well as buyers, the event will connect suppliers based in Inverclyde and the surrounding areas with business support bodies who can advise on training and funding available to grow their organisations. For business support, tips on tendering, contract leads or the chance to increase brand awareness, Inverclyde Meet the Buyer is a must visit. Book a place at the event via the SDP website https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events/inverclyde-meet-the-buyer-2078/

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