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#SupplierOpp with Zero Waste Scotland

31 Mar 2023: Zero Waste Scotland has published two new contract notices on Public Contracts Scotland, seeking waste data solutions and options appraisal support to model changes.

Scottish Government continues journey to sustainable procurement

24 Mar 2023: Read about the second instalment in the Scottish Government's journey to sustainable procurement series.

Scottish Government releases new FAQs about the Plan for the Future

23 Mar 2023: The Scottish Government has released new FAQs about the Plan for the Future. The Public Procurement Strategy for Scotland is one of six projects that make up the Plan for the Future.

Join the SDP Team: Customer Development Officer Wanted

17 Mar 2023: The Supplier Development Programme has an opening for a Customer Development Officer. Learn how to apply for this exciting opportunity!

Call for trainers with experience in procurement and tendering!

14 Mar 2023: SDP is looking to increase its pool of providers for the delivery of tender training across Scotland.

RJ McLeod Online Meet the Contractor Event Announced

10 Mar 2023: Take part in an online "Meet the Contractor" event to find out about RJ McLeod's upcoming procurement opportunities.

NHS Ayrshire & Arran launches Community Benefit Gateway

9 Mar 2023: NHS Ayrshire & Arran is promoting the NHS Scotland Community Benefit Gateway, which is a free and easy to use online service that connects NHS Scotland suppliers with third sector community organisations within Scotland which are looking for assistance with community initiatives.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde innovates engagement with supply chain in partnership with SDP

9 Mar 2023: NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) has announced formal membership of the Supplier Development Programme.

Can you provide advice on co-operative and community development models?

6 Mar 2023: Scottish Enterprise is looking to appoint a number of suppliers to a framework to enable access to experienced co-operative and community business advisors.

Media Release: Prepare your business to get a share of £14.5bn public sector contracts

3 Mar 2023: Find out more about the procurement event of the year - Meet the Buyer 2023!

Edinburgh Meet the Real Buyer 2022 Outcomes

2 Mar 2023: Read the outcomes from the City of Edinburgh Meet the Real Buyer 2022 event.

Fife Meet the Buyer 2022 Outcomes

2 Mar 2023: Read the outcomes from the Fife Council Meet the Buyer 2022 event.

SDP plays a vital role in Scotland's journey to sustainable procurement

1 Mar 2023: Independent research that assesses 20 years of public procurement and has been published by the Scottish Government. Read more about how the Supplier Development Programme is a leading example of best practice in supply chain engagement.