Become a Supplier for Sheffield City Council: Informational Event

Are you a business owner looking to become a supplier for Sheffield City Council?

Join us for an informative event hosted by Glen Swaby, Head of Procurement at Sheffield City Council, and the Sheffield Diverse Business Board, with support from Business Sheffield and Sheffield Chamber of Commerce. This event is designed to guide diverse businesses through the process of becoming an approved supplier and to provide valuable insights into the tendering process.

The Sheffield Diverse Business Advisory Board is a key initiative promoting diversity and inclusion within the local business community. The board works to ensure that diverse businesses have equal opportunities to compete for contracts with Sheffield City Council.

Don’t miss this opportunity to network with key stakeholders, understand the procurement process, and learn how becoming a supplier for Sheffield City Council can benefit your business. Register today and take the first step towards expanding your business opportunities with Sheffield City Council.

Please note, capacity is limited, please book no more than 2 spaces per organisation.

Agenda

10am    Welcome

10.05     Overview of what and how SCC buys

10.15     Case Study 1- small diverse business supplier (Q&A)

10.30     The tender process – fair/open/transparent

• Rules Governing Public Procurement
• PCR 2015 and Procurement Act 2023

10.45     Benefits to your company (Q&A)

10.55     Where to find Council opportunities & How to apply (Q&A)

• the Digital Marketplace lets you provide people, technology and user research services for digital projects in the public sector;
•  ConstructionLine for Construction and Capital Projects up to £500k in value
• Contracts Finder for public sector contracts worth over £12,000 (including VAT);
• Find a Tender for high value public sector contracts in the UK, usually above £138,760, and

• YORTender Portal - Provides access to tender opportunities across Yorkshire & Humber region Local Authorities.

11.15     What does a tender document ask for/Am I tender ready

11.30     Myth buster session with Q&A

11:40    Session Close

11.45     Networking/ Plenary Sessions (Specific Stalls)/ Systems Onboarding

• Portal Systems onboarding (Council Opportunities)
• Social Value
• Tendering Tips/Masterclass
• Procurement Regulations