The Supplier’s Role in Contract Relationship Management

25th August 2021, 13:00 to 14:30

Winning a tender is just the beginning. This workshop from the Supplier Development Programme explains how to successfully deliver on your contract, what to do when things go wrong, and how you give yourself the best chance of winning again when it is re-tendered. Key topics: Maintaining an effective buyer-supplier relationship Building a foundation for […]

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Third Party Events

Recruitment for social enterprises

25th August 2021, 11:30 to 12:15

Recruiting new team members is perhaps the most important and difficult job when running an organisation. Are there ways to do it better and to be as accessible and transparent as possible to attract and secure the best candidates? Is an “I’ll know them when I see them” approach the best way to recruit? At […]

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Third Party Events

Understanding the retailer and foodservice Roadmaps to Net Zero

24th August 2021, 10:00 to 13:00

As the conversation around climate change and net zero continues to build, we must understand the influence and impact it’s beginning to have on the way people live and their shopping habits. The UK Market Development team at Scotland Food & Drink is delighted to be working with The Knowledge Bank and IGD to deliver a […]

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Thurso Community Development Trust AGM

19th August 2021, 19:00 to 20:30

The Board of Thurso Community Development Trust would like to welcome Members and interested members of the public to attend their Annual General Meeting. Please note this is the AGM with Accounts and Annual Report from Year 2019/20 which has been delayed due to Covid-19. There will be another AGM later in the Year where […]

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Introduction to Tendering

19th August 2021, 11:00 to 12:30

Introduction to Tendering takes you through the tender process from start to finish. From finding contracts, responding to opportunities, the selection stage, award criteria and debriefing, this comprehensive beginner-level course will tell you everything you need to start bidding for public contracts. Key topics: Using Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) Participating in a Quick Quote Contract […]

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Business Builder – Responding to Change

18th August 2021, 10:00 to 11:00

We, in partnership with Royal Bank of Scotland, would like to invite you to attend a free workshop on “Responding to Change” on 18 August from 10:00-11:00. The workshop is part of the Royal Bank of Scotland’s Business Builder series of workshops developed to support businesses and entrepreneurs at all stages. This session will focus on facing […]

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Seeking Feedback and Improving Your Bid

11th August 2021, 11:00 to 12:30

This workshop from the Supplier Development Programme is for experienced suppliers and will explain your rights as a bidder and how you can learn from successful and unsuccessful bids. Key topics: Asking questions of the buyer Standstill notice Debrief FOI requests Commercial confidentiality/trade secrets protection Raising a challenge For full event details and to book […]

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Introduction To Working With The Public Sector

5th August 2021, 10:00 to 11:30

How well do you know the public sector? This introductory module from the Supplier Development Programme is recommended for anyone new to bidding. It provides a comprehensive overview of the public sector marketplace in Scotland and beyond and introduces the concept of tendering and procurement. Key topics: Overview of the structure of the public sector […]

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