Sustainable Procurement: Opportunities for Your Business
Schedule
Tue Nov 04 2025 at 04:00 pm to 07:00 pm
UTC+00:00Location
STEP Stirling Enterprise Park | Stirling, SC

About this Event
Hear from experts on business funding, then network trade-show style with organisations offering funding support.
Agenda
π: 04:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Arrival and Registration
π: 04:30 PM - 04:35 PM
Welcome from Stirling Council
Host: Dion Robb, Procurement Specialist, Stirling, Council
Info: Dion will open the session with a brief overview of Stirling Councilβs approach to procurement and sustainability, and outline the aims of the event.
π: 04:35 PM - 04:50 PM
Writing the Sustainability Section of Your Tender: What Stirling Council Looks
Host: Dion Robb, Procurement Specialist, Stirling Council
Info: Dion will break down what makes a strong sustainability response in public sector tenders. Expect practical advice and examples of what the Council is looking for in supplier submissions.
π: 04:50 PM - 05:05 PM
Introduction to Scotland Excel and Upcoming Frameworks
Host: Grant Montgomery, Scotland Excel
Info: Scotland Excel, the national centre of procurement expertise for the local government sector, will provide an overview of its role and highlight any upcoming framework opportunities relevant to suppliers.
π: 05:05 PM - 05:20 PM
Future Contracting Opportunities: A Sustainability Perspective
Host: Roz Smith, Strategic Energy Team Leader, Stirling Counci
Info: Roz will highlight upcoming procurement opportunities and explain how sustainability considerations are shaping future contracts across the region.
π: 05:20 PM - 05:35 PM
Introduction to The Supplier Development Programme
Host: Gillian Cameron, Public Contract Scotland
Info: An overview of the free support available through the Supplier Development Programme to help businesses become tender-ready and improve their chances of winning public sector contracts.
π: 05:35 PM - 05:50 PM
Available Training and Support for Sustainable Practices
Host: Thomas Billam, Net Zero Business Support Officer, SIEC
Info: Thomas will share details of free and funded support available to help businesses embed sustainable practices, reduce emissions and meet tender expectations.
π: 05:50 PM - 06:00 PM
Q&A / Closing Remarks
Host: Hosted by STEP
Info: A chance to ask questions, clarify key points and hear final reflections on how local businesses can position themselves for sustainable success in public contracts.
π: 06:00 PM
Networking Session
Info: Connect with fellow businesses, procurement professionals, and support organisations. Light finger food will be served to keep conversations flowing as you expand your network.
Where is it happening?
STEP Stirling Enterprise Park, John Player Building, Stirling, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 0.00

