Public Procurement and Property

  • 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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  • Find buyers, contract opportunities and business support at Meet the Buyer North

    6th August 2026 by

    Meet the Buyer North 2026

    Supplier Development Programme's Meet the Buyer North takes place on 3 September at the Music Hall in Aberdeen - the largest free procurement event of its kind in the North of Scotland. Taking place on Thursday 3 September 2026 at The Music Hall in Aberdeen, this free event brings together public sector buyers, major contractors, and business support organisations.

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  • Sustainable Procurement Tools – the journey so far

    5th August 2026 by

    Sustainable Procurement Tools

    The Sustainable Procurement Tools platform was designed to help public sector organisations identify and address how they can optimise the economic, social and environmental outcomes of their procurement activity.  

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