Consortium Bidding Explained: Free Training for Scottish SMEs and Social Enterprises

15 Aug 2025

Join the Supplier Development Programme for a FREE Consortium Creation and Planning webinar on Wednesday 3rd September, from 10:30am to 12pm, designed to help Scottish SMEs and Social Enterprises understand the power and potential of consortium bidding. Consortium bidding allows small businesses, social enterprises, supported businesses, and third sector organisations to work together to compete for larger contracts — sharing the workload, reducing individual risk, and increasing market opportunities. By combining resources and expertise, you can go after opportunities that might otherwise feel out of reach.

This practical webinar will help you explore whether consortium working is right for your organisation and how to get started. During this session, you will learn:

· What a consortium is and how it works

· Key features of collaborative business models

· Benefits of co-operative bids

· How to set up an incorporated consortium company

· Real examples of successful consortium bids

· Frequently asked questions

Scottish SMEs and Social Enterprises can register here!