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5 upcoming events

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11NOV 2026

Procurement · In person

Procurex Wales

Cardiff · Utilita Arena

11 November 2026 · 9am–4pm GMT

Why it matters to suppliers
Explore Welsh public-sector buying priorities, responsible procurement and social value. Useful for NHS suppliers building relationships in Wales; this is a wider public procurement event.

Who can attend: Open to private-sector suppliers.

Tickets: Main listing: £195 + VAT. The organiser also displays a lower price elsewhere; confirm the payable rate before booking.

Organiser: BiP Solutions
Source checked: 31 October 2026

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18–19NOV 2026

Procurement · In person

HCSA Annual Conference & Exhibition

Telford · International Centre

18–19 November 2026 · Check organiser for daily timings

Why it matters to suppliers
Hear the priorities shaping healthcare procurement and supply chains, and meet people working across the NHS buying community.

Who can attend: Private-sector delegate tickets available.

Tickets: £280 + VAT for one day; £490 + VAT for both days, excluding the gala dinner. Gala dinner currently sold out.

Organiser: HCSA
Source checked: 31 October 2026

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23NOV 2026

Supplier readiness · Online

Compliance Essentials: Getting NHS Ready

Online · Microsoft Teams

23 November 2026 · 9.30–11am GMT

Why it matters to suppliers
A practical SME session covering sustainability, ESG, social value and modern slavery alongside cyber security, insurance and other NHS readiness requirements.

Who can attend: NOE CPC framework suppliers only. Maximum two delegates per supplier; use your organisation email.

Tickets: No fee stated on the organiser page. Check with NOE CPC.

Organiser: NHS North of England Commercial Procurement Collaborative (NOE CPC)
Source checked: 31 October 2026

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09DEC 2026

Social value · Online

Social Value: What It Means and How to Apply It

Online · Microsoft Teams

9 December 2026 · 11am–noon GMT

Why it matters to suppliers
Understand the organiser's briefing on social value changes and how to turn supplier commitments into measurable outcomes and KPIs. Useful preparation for bid and sustainability teams.

Who can attend: Prospective and awarded NOE CPC framework suppliers only. Organisation email required.

Tickets: No fee stated on the organiser page. Check with NOE CPC.

Organiser: NOE CPC
Source checked: 31 October 2026

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29APR 2027

Procurement · In person

P4H Scotland

Edinburgh · Murrayfield Stadium

29 April 2027 · Check organiser for timings

Why it matters to suppliers
A dedicated healthcare procurement event connecting suppliers with Scotland's NHS and public-sector buying community, with learning, networking and product showcases.

Who can attend: Open to private-sector professionals working with, or exploring, the public sector.

Tickets: £145 + VAT early bird until 31 December 2026; normally £195 + VAT. Confirm current rate before booking.

Organiser: BiP Solutions
Source checked: 31 October 2026

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