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Thinking About Supplying to Your Local Council – But Not Sure How?

If you’re a small business owner curious about public sector work, but feel unsure where to begin, you’re not alone.
Many businesses assume council contracts are only for large organisations - but that’s simply not true.
This practical, no-nonsense workshop is built especially for small and local businesses who want to understand how public sector procurement really works - without the jargon.

Whether you’re self-employed, a micro business, or an SME looking to grow, this session will show you how to spot opportunities, understand what councils are actually asking for, and submit stronger, more confident bids.

** Please note this workshop is open to established businesses located in Amber Valley, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Dales, Derby City, Erewash, High Peak, North East Derbyshire and South Derbyshire.**

Overview

What you’ll gain from the session:
• A clear, simple explanation of how public sector buying works
• Where and how to find current contract opportunities
• How to read tender documents and understand what’s being assessed
• Guidance on preparing essential documents such as Expressions of Interest and Method Statements
• Insight into common pitfalls - and how to avoid them
The workshop is interactive, practical, and focused on real-world application..

Bring your laptop, ask questions, and leave with tools, knowledge, and confidence you can use straight away.

📌 Book your free place now and take your first steps towards winning local authority work.

Additional Information

About the trainer - Rachel Hayward

Following an exceptional career in HR, organisational development, new service development, bid writing and delivery, in the private, voluntary and public sectors, Rachel has gone on to secure £156.5m in funding for her clients since 2015 (£4.6m for charitable organisations) and is well placed to share her successful approach with others.

Eligibility:

This workshop is open to established businesses located in Amber Valley, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Dales, Derby City, Erewash, High Peak, North East Derbyshire and South Derbyshire.

Receipt of this support is subject to the Subsidy Control Act (2022). To qualify an enterprise cannot have received more than £315,000 Minimal Financial Assistance (MFA) and or De Minimis within any three-year period.

The project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

This event is available for: Eligible SMEs

13th March 2026

8:00am - 1:00pm

In-Person

Coney Green Business Centre, Clay Cross, S45 9JW

This is a funded event and will be subject to eligibility questions during the checkout process to ensure you match the required criteria.

Members must Sign in / Register to purchase member only tickets

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*All our business prices are excluding VAT at 20%.

For further information on this event, please contact Hannah Kerridge on 07741 163242 or email hannah.kerridge@emc-dnl.co.uk

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