Public Procurement and Property

  • SME and Third Sector Procurement Action plan update

    9th September 2026 by

    SME and Third Sector Procurement Action Plan

    Last August, we published an update on our SME and Third Sector Procurement Action Plan, which detailed progress made during the first year of delivery. This year, we have produced a further video showcasing additional progress made.

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  • National Collaborative Procurement Division (NCPD) quarterly bulletin – August 2026

    2nd September 2026 by

    Our NCPD bulletin provides the latest information on our Category A, collaborative frameworks and shares our ambitions for the enhancement of services provided by the National Collaborative Procurement Division, in an aim to realise even greater value for the public sector in Scotland.

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  • Help Improve the Procurement Journey and Supplier Journey

    31st August 2026 by

    We're looking for your help to improve the Procurement Journey and Supplier Journey websites.   We're currently testing a proposed structure for both websites to understand whether users can find information where they would naturally expect it to be. By taking part, you'll help us make information easier to find, improve accessibility, and create a better experience for everyone who uses the sites. The activity should take no more than 10 to 15 minutes to complete.

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  • Demonstrating the Impact of Scotland’s Public Procurement Strategy

    27th August 2026 by

    Three years on from the launch of the Public Procurement Strategy for Scotland (PPSfS), public procurement is playing an increasingly important role in Scotland’s Public Service Reform agenda. By driving economic, social and environmental value through public spending, procurement is helping public bodies work more collaboratively, deliver better outcomes and maximise the impact of public resources.

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  • Bidder Climate Change Plans – video resource

    25th August 2026 by

    Bidder climate change plan

    In June we published refreshed guidance on the use of the Single Procurement Document (SPD) question 4C.7 and bidder climate change plans, following feedback from across the public sector. To support this refresh, and to ensure diversification of how we present information, we have now developed a video resource to support effective use of the templates.

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