Welcome to the Supplier Development Programme

If you’re a Scottish SME or third sector organisation interested in working with the public sector, we can help. We offer expert training, support and information to help you win work and grow your business. And best of all – it’s completely free.

Meet the Buyer 2026: DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central on June 2 from 10am

Meet procurement teams, buyers and supply chains to learn about upcoming projects and tender opportunities, and introduce your business to your next customer at Meet the Buyer 2026!

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Supplier Development Programme - eLearning Platform

Need help with your tender writing and can't wait, SDP now allows 'on demand' training to Scottish SMEs, third sector organisations and supported businesses through eLearning

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2.3 Understanding and Bidding - Frameworks and Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS) on Wednesday 3 June at 2pm

This workshop explains the types of frameworks available and what you can expect from them.

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Talking Tenders with South Lanarkshire Council on Carer Support Services on Thursday 4 June at 10.30am

Join us at this Pre-Publication Talking Tenders Webinar to better understand this upcoming Carer Support Services Contract Opportunity.

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Aligned Tender Training with Clackmannanshire Council on 4 June at 5pm

Join us as SDP's expert trainer demonstrates how to bid step by step for this Nursery and Childminding contract opportunity using Public Contracts Scotland (PCS).

Latest news

Perth and Kinross Council Seek Views from Local Businesses on Bidding for their Contracts.

28 May: Perth & Kinross Council seek Local Business Feedback on their Tender Processes

SDP announce Meet the Buyer 2026 Agenda

21 May: The Supplier Development Programme has announced the agenda for Meet the Buyer 2026, which will take place on 2 June at the DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central.

Meet the Buyer 2026: Health Zone Exhibitors Introduced

15 May: Introducing the Health Zone, sponsored by NHS Public Services Delivery Scotland, the procurement teams will be ready to discuss their upcoming opportunities.

Tender opportunities

Public Contracts Scotland

Featured events

2.3 Understanding and Bidding - Frameworks and Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS)

Wednesday 3 June 2026, 2.00-3:30pm

Webinar

New Frameworks are an integral part of public procurement and can be a lucrative source of business, but it’s essential to understand the Agreement. This workshop explains the types of frameworks available and what you can expect from them.

Talking Tenders with South Lanarkshire Council: Carer Support Services for Adult and Young Carers

Thursday 4 June 2026, 10.30am-12:00pm

Webinar

Join this Pre-Publication Talking Tenders Webinar on behalf of South Lanarkshire Council Social Work Resources.

Aligned Tender Training: Clackmannanshire Council’s Nursery and Childminding Provision

Thursday 4 June 2026, 5.00-6:30pm

Webinar

Be part of this Aligned Tender Training webinar and build confidence using PCS for this live tender opportunity.

Glasgow City Council Mini Bus & Coach Ad-hoc Framework Talking Tenders - Webinar

Tuesday 9 June 2026, 4.30-6:00pm

Webinar

A Talking Tenders webinar to discuss the upcoming Glasgow City Council Mini Bus & Coach Ad-hoc Framework opportunity

1.2 Using Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) – How to Find and Bid for Opportunities

Wednesday 10 June 2026, 10.30am-12:00pm

Webinar

Join this webinar to learn everything you need to know about Public Contracts Scotland, the national public sector tender portal for Scotland.

Glasgow City Council Mini Bus & Coach Ad-hoc Framework Aligned Tender Training - Webinar

Wednesday 10 June 2026, 4.30-6:00pm

Webinar

An Aligned Tender Training webinar to discuss the upcoming Glasgow City Council Mini Bus & Coach Ad-hoc Framework opportunity

2.4 Improving Your Bid Score - Increase Your Tender Win Rate

Thursday 11 June 2026, 2.30-4:00pm

Webinar

Getting the highest possible score in your bid is essential to winning a contract, but it can be difficult to know exactly what the buyer is looking for. This webinar provides an insight into the buyers’ needs and expectations to ensure you win points.

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