Awarding Public Contracts Skilfully and Lawfully within the Scottish Procurement Rules
by White Paper
The "Awarding Public Contracts Skilfully and Lawfully within the Scottish Procurement Rules" conference is a comprehensive event designed to provide attendees with practical solutions to complex procurement challenges. Organized by White Paper, this conference brings together top-tier policy makers, lawyers, and industry experts to share their insights and experiences.
The conference covers a range of critical topics, including compliance with Scottish and UK procurement regimes, strategies for leveling the playing field in tender assessments, addressing poor performance among tenderers, and balancing local objectives with procurement rules. Sessions also delve into the impact of AI on bid writing, handling abnormally low tenders, and effective negotiation tactics with suppliers under Scottish regulations.
Attendees will benefit from networking opportunities during registration, coffee breaks, and lunch, fostering connections with peers and experts in the field. Notable speakers include Duncan Osler from Morton Fraser MacRoberts, Euan Murray from Shepherd & Wedderburn, and Elaine McLean from Pinsent Masons, each bringing extensive experience and expertise to the discussions.
This conference is ideal for procurement professionals, legal advisors, and public sector officials seeking to enhance their understanding of Scottish procurement rules and improve their contract awarding processes. Participants will gain valuable insights and practical strategies to navigate the complexities of public procurement effectively.
Speakers(7)
Charles Livingstone
Partner at Brodies
Charles led the Scotch Whisky Association's challenge to Scotland's alcohol minimum pricing legislation, excelling in understanding substantive law and litigation.
David Hansom
Partner at Hogan Lovells
David is razor-sharp, incredibly clued up, and achieves sensational results, advising UK universities on the consequences of withdrawal from the EU's procurement regime.
Duncan Osler
Partner at Morton Fraser MacRoberts
Duncan is one of Scotland’s most sought-after procurement lawyers, regularly advising government, executive agencies, and contractors on the tender process.
Elaine McLean
Partner at Pinsent Masons
Elaine is acclaimed for her skill in deeply complex procurement cases, highly commercial, and secures fantastic outcomes for her clients.
Euan Murray
Partner at Shepherd & Wedderburn
Euan has superb technical knowledge and a pragmatic, commercial approach, with extensive experience in handling all types of procurement cases.
Robin Fallas
Partner at Morton Fraser MacRoberts
Robin acts for the Scottish Government, executive agencies, and third and public sector contractors on procurement exercises, highly knowledgeable, commercial, and engaged.
Ruth McNaught
Partner at Burness Paull
Ruth regularly represents public sector clients on complex issues of procurement compliance, shared services, and collaboration, recognized as a stand-out rising star and problem solver.
Event Details
- Date
- June 3, 2026
- Location
- 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- The Caledonian Hotel
- Pricing
- £299 + VAT per person
- Audience
- Procurement professionals, legal advisors, public sector officials
- CLE Credits
- 5 hours CPD
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