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Summary of the contracting process

The Supplier Development Programme is organising an event titled "Meet The Buyer North 2026" scheduled for 3rd September 2026 at The Music Hall in Aberdeen. This procurement event falls under the services category, specifically focusing on general public services. It is currently in the planning stage, with a planned procurement notice having been issued. The event is free to attend, although registration is necessary due to limited spaces. Partnered with the Scottish Government, Scotland Excel, and the Commercial and Procurement Shared Services, this initiative aims to facilitate networking between businesses and key buyers from both public and private sectors in the North of Scotland.

This event presents significant opportunities for businesses aiming to expand within the Northern Scottish market. It is an excellent platform for businesses of all sizes that operate in services and public sectors. Suppliers have the chance to interact directly with procurement teams and decision-makers, enhancing their visibility and opening doors to potential projects and supply chain partnerships. Companies ready to engage and grow in public sector contracts will find the event particularly beneficial. Attendees can expect to gain insights from public sector speakers and learn from the Supplier Development Programme's Tender Ready checklist, equipping them with the necessary tools to be competitive in the tendering process.

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Notice Title

Meet The Buyer North 2026

Notice Description

Now in its 9th year, the Supplier Development Programme is set to host Meet the Buyer North 2026 at The Music Hall, in Aberdeen, on 3 September 2026. Partnered by the Scottish Government, Scotland Excel and the Commercial and Procurement Shared Services, this FREE event provides businesses operating in the North 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 North of Scotland. The event is FREE to attend and open to all, but places are limited. Register now: https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events-mtbn-2026/

Lot Information

Lot 1

Meet The Buyer North 2026 Now in its 9th year, the Supplier Development Programme is set to host Meet the Buyer North 2025 at The Music Hall, in Aberdeen, on 3 September 2026. Partnered by the Scottish Government, Scotland Excel and the Commercial and Procurement Shared Services, this FREE event provides businesses operating in the North 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 North of Scotland. The event is FREE to attend and open to all, but places are limited. Register now: https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events-mtbn-2026/ II.2.14) Additional information The event is FREE to attend and open to all, but places are limited. Register now: https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events-mtbn-2026/ If you do not have an existing Supplier Development Programme account, select the Register button first.. A list of exhibitors an be found at https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events-mtbn26-exhibit/

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000839213
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561558
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

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


CPV Codes

71540000 - Construction management services

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
4 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 Aug 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
SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
Additional Buyers

ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL

ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL

FORESTRY AND LAND SCOTLAND

HIGHLAND COUNCIL

LHC PROCUREMENT GROUP FOR THE SCOTTISH PROCUREMENT ALLIANCE (SPA)

PROCUREMENT FOR HOUSING LTD (T/A PFH SCOTLAND)

SCOTLAND EXCEL

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS PUBLIC SERVICES DELIVERY SCOTLAND) (PSD SCOTLAND)

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
HAMILTON
Postcode
ML3 0AA
Post Town
Motherwell
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Inverness West
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561558
    Meet The Buyer North 2026 - Now in its 9th year, the Supplier Development Programme is set to host Meet the Buyer North 2026 at The Music Hall, in Aberdeen, on 3 September 2026. Partnered by the Scottish Government, Scotland Excel and the Commercial and Procurement Shared Services, this FREE event provides businesses operating in the North 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 North of Scotland. The event is FREE to attend and open to all, but places are limited. Register now: https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events-mtbn-2026/

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