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.

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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1.2 Using Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) – How to Find and Bid for Opportunities on 24 March at 2pm

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

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West Dunbartonshire Council’s Provision of Building Services Framework on 25 March 10:30am

Would you like to work with the council to provide landscaping, asbestos removal, flooring, metal fabrication, scaffolding, electrical systems, laundry equipment, UPVC windows and doors or small works? Please join our online meeting to learn how to be appointed to the West Dunbartonshire Council Framework to provide your services for the Council

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3.1 Understanding Your Role in Contract Management on 26 March at 1:30pm

This advanced workshop explains how to successfully deliver on your contract, what to do if things go wrong, and how to win again when it is retendered.

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3.2 Expanding to Sell into the Wider UK Market on 31 March at 1:30pm

This workshop shows experienced bidders how to grow your business by exploring new public sector markets. Thanks to technology, doing business across borders is more accessible than ever–but is it really that easy to expand your footprint?

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Latest news

Reducing Grave Professional Misconduct Risk in Your Supply Chain

17 Mar: The Scottish Government has released SPPN 3/2026, explaining how public bodies should proceed when bidders are involved in grave professional misconduct.

Scottish Government Releases Guidance on UK Cross Border Framework Procurement

13 Mar: The Scottish Government has recently published the SPPN 5/2026 Policy Note, which provides guidelines on how contracting authorities should lead cross-border procurement exercises.

Scottish Government Publish Annual Report on Procurement Activity in Scotland 2023-2024

11 Mar: The Scottish Government has published the annual report on procurement activity in Scotland for the 2023 to 2024 financial year, which highlights SDP's role in supporting SMEs and Third Sector Organisations bid for public sector contracts.

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Featured events

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

Tuesday 24 March 2026, 2.00-3:30pm

Webinar

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

Aligned Tender Training: West Dunbartonshire Council’s Provision of Building Services Framework

Wednesday 25 March 2026, 10.30am

Webinar

3.1 Understanding Your Role in Contract Management – Critical Success Factors

Thursday 26 March 2026, 1.30-3:00pm

Webinar

This advanced workshop explains how to successfully deliver on your contract, what to do if things go wrong, and how to win again when it is retendered.

3.2 Expanding to sell into the wider UK market

Tuesday 31 March 2026, 1.30-3:00pm

Webinar

This workshop will show experienced bidders how to grow your business by exploring new public sector markets through out the UK. Thanks to technology, doing business across borders is more accessible than ever–but is it really that easy to expand your footprint?

CCS Construction Works & Associated Services 3 Framework

Thursday 2 April 2026, 2.00-3:30pm

Webinar

Do you want to deliver Construction Works & Associated Services for Crown Commercial Services in Scotland, if yes, then you need to join the CWAS3 framework, which is estimated to be around £80 billion over 8 years, with tailored lots for Scotland. During this webinar we will walk you through the bidding process as a supplier, using the actual tender documents for this CCS CWAS3 framework, live online.

1.1 Working with the Public Sector - All You Need to Know

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.30am-12:00pm

Webinar

New to bidding, tendering and procurement? Join this introductory course to gain a comprehensive overview of the public sector marketplace in Scotland and beyond.

Market Engagement with Police Scotland

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 1.30-3:00pm

Webinar

Police Scotland invite suppliers to participate in a live market engagement webinar focused on the introduction of road traffic diversionary courses in Scotland. Join us to hear what the plans are for this exciting new opportunity to work with Police Scotland

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