--- title: "National Meet the Buyer event 2019" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000600857" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000600857" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000600857.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000600857.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2019-10-14" --- # National Meet the Buyer event 2019 Buyer: SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000600857 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000600857) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000600857.json) ## Summary The South Lanarkshire Council is organising the 'National Meet the Buyer event 2019', scheduled to take place on 13th November 2019 at Hampden Park, Glasgow. This procurement initiative is currently in the planning stage, aimed at providing vital networking opportunities within the public procurement sector. The event will run from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and will gather various stakeholders, including buyers from over 60 public sector organisations. Businesses are encouraged to register in advance as attendance is free but places are limited. This Meet the Buyer event presents an excellent opportunity for businesses looking to expand their engagement with public sector procurement. Companies specialising in goods and services for public institutions, such as those in construction, healthcare, or consulting, would particularly benefit from attending. This gathering will enable attendees to connect directly with decision-makers from councils, universities, and large private contractors, thereby increasing their visibility and potential to secure future contracts. Workshops and expert talks will further enhance the learning and networking experience for all participants. ## Notice The Supplier Development Programme in partnership with Scottish Government and Scotland Excel are holding their national Meet the Buyer event on the 13th November 2019 at Hampden Park, Glasgow Time: 10am - 4pm 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 https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events-mtb/ ### 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 pounds 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 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 has recently launched a new website, where 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: #MeetTheBuyer2019. 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/ This event is run by SDP on behalf of the public sector:Contact us info@sdpscotland.co.uk. Follow the hashtag on social media: #MeetTheBuyer2019 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368959 | | 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 | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Oct 2019 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 12 Oct 2019 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | HAMILTON | | Post town | Motherwell | | Postcode | ML3 0AA | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM95 South Lanarkshire | | Local authority | South Lanarkshire | | Electoral ward | Hamilton North and East | | Westminster constituency | Hamilton and Clyde Valley | | Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79952000 - Event services ## Release History - 14 Oct 2019 at 00:00 - Planning - PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368959 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368959 National Meet the Buyer event 2019 - The Supplier Development Programme in partnership with Scottish Government and Scotland Excel are holding their national Meet the Buyer event on the 13th November 2019 at Hampden Park, Glasgow Time: 10am - 4pm 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 https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events-mtb/ ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000600857 - https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events-mtb/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000600857. 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