DPS Opportunities Open to Bid for Work in Scotland for SMEs

TWO NEW opportunities to bid for public sector infrastructure and energy efficiency projects in Scotland opened this spring.

The Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) has opened two Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS) for businesses to compete for public sector work across Scotland. SPA currently supports over 700 live projects worth £1.1 billion and works with 300 suppliers.

Scottish SMEs can now apply for the Repairs and Maintenance Works DPS and the Energy Efficiency and Renewable Technology DPS.

Opportunities Open to Bid for Work

Unlike traditional framework agreements, also offered by SPA, which lock in a fixed list of suppliers for several years, a DPS remains open for the duration of the agreement, allowing new businesses to join at any time.

This flexibility ensures a constantly evolving pool of suppliers, making work opportunities more accessible for SMEs while giving public sector buyers greater choice and adaptability.

Lesley Peaty, Scottish Procurement Alliance Regional Director

Lesley Peaty, SPA Regional Director, said: “We are ensuring that SMEs, many of which are the backbone of our local economy, have a fair opportunity to contribute to public sector projects.

“By making it easier for smaller, local firms to win public sector work, we’re helping ensure that more of Scotland’s public spending stays within communities, ultimately creating jobs, strengthening supply chains, and building long-term economic resilience.”

Renewables & RMI

The Energy Efficiency and Renewable Technology DPS provides public sector organisations with access to suppliers for the servicing and repair of solar PV systems, air and ground source heat pumps, battery storage, district heating systems, and HVAC systems.

The Repairs & Maintenance DPS covers emergency and scheduled repairs, including roofing, drainage, and external maintenance, offering a streamlined route for public sector buyers to source dependable contractors.

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