

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Kent County Council Supplier Day
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 27 Jan, 2026 at 08:30 am – Tue, 27 Jan, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us to connect with Suppliers, Business partners, and Kent County Council's Officers to launch our new Commercial Strategy.About this EventWelcome to Kent County Council Supplier Day!Join us at the Clive Emson Hall, Kent Event Centre for a day of networking, collaboration, and opportunity. Connect with local suppliers, explore ways to support the community and economy, and learn how you can contribute to the Council’s vision of becoming a commercially focused organisation.Don’t miss this chance to discover more about working with KCC and expanding your network. Register now and be part of Kent Supplier Day!Why should I attend?Networking and CollaborationConnect directly with council buyers, commissioners, and other suppliers.Build partnerships and share best practices in our dedicated networking spaces and breakout sessions.Visibility and InfluenceShowcase your skills and apprenticeship programs to a wide audience, including council leaders and other supplier organisations.Highlight the impact of skills development on local businesses and communities via panel discussions and breakout sessionsSocial Value CreationDemonstrate how investing in skills and apprenticeships delivers social value – helping local people gain employment, supporting workforce development, and contributing to Kent’s economic resilience.Share success stories and practical approaches in breakout sessions which specifically address responsible procurement and social value.Learning and InsightGain up-to-date knowledge on the new Commercial Strategy and Procurement Act, and understand how these changes affect council suppliers.Learn from experts about market readiness and how to maximise the social impact of your programs.Shape Futre PolicyParticipate in Q&amp;A panels and feedback sessions to influence council procurement practices and ensure skills and apprenticeships remain central to our social value.If you have any dietary requirements or allergies please email us at supplierevent@kent.gov.ukMain Stage Agenda?: 08:30 AM - 09:40 AMRegistrationInfo: Tea and Coffee on arrival  
Opportunity to meet the stall holders?: 09:40 AM - 09:45 AMWelcome and Introductions Host: Clare Maynard, Chief Procurement Officer KCCInfo: Introduction to the day and housekeeping?: 09:45 AM - 10:00 AMOpening RemarksHost: Linden Kemkaran, Leader of Kent County CouncilInfo: Importance of becoming a Commercially Focused Council and Aims of the Day ?: 10:05 AM - 10:40 AMIntroducing the Commercial StrategyHost: Michael Bridger, Strategic Procurement Lead KCCInfo: Overview of the Commercial Strategy and what it means for Suppliers in Kent ?: 10:45 AM - 11:10 AMImportance of Kent Suppliers Host: Tudor Price, CEO Kent Chamber of Commerce?: 11:15 AM - 11:45 AMBreak?: 11:45 AM - 12:25 PMThe Procurement Act and the Legal Requirements of working in the Public SectorHost: Edward Quigg, Director &amp; Head of ConstructionInfo: Lead by the firm Quigg Golden?: 12:30 PM - 01:10 PMHow Kent businesses can engage with Commercial Services Group's wider marketsHost: Nicola Monk – Commercial Services Divisional CEOInfo: How Kent suppliers can become part of our supply chain, not just for Kent County Council but for public sector organisations nationwide.
How working with Commercial Services Group can open doors to wider UK and global markets.?: 01:15 PM - 02:15 PMLunch BreakInfo: Lunch break and opportunity to meet members, stall holders and KCC buyers and commissioners ?: 02:15 PM - 03:00 PMLooking behind the curtain. What it means to do business with KCCHost: Clare Maynard, Chief Procurement Officer KCC?: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PMPanel Questions and Answer SessionsHost: Paul Chamberlain Info: Chaired by Paul Chamberlain Deputy Cabinet Member for Traded Services and DOLGE Member. Panel members to be confirmed.?: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PMClosing Remarks Host: Amanda Beer, Chief Executive Kent County Council Info: Summing Up of the Day and Next Steps Breakout 1 - Bredhurst?: 10:45 AM - 11:30 AMHow to get onto public sector frameworks: Simple steps to becoming a supplierHost: Tarryn KerrInfo: What are the aims of the National Procurement Policy Statement and the Procurement Act 2023
What are frameworks and dynamic markets, and why they matter for winning public sector work.
How to register interest, apply and meet the required standards.
Common pitfalls and how to avoid them.
Tips to strengthen applications under the Procurement Act 2023.
Where to find current and upcoming opportunities.?: 11:35 AM - 12:20 PMHow to get onto public sector frameworks: Simple steps to becoming a supplierHost: Tarryn KerrInfo: What are the aims of the National Procurement Policy Statement and the Procurement Act 2023
What are frameworks and dynamic markets, and why they matter for winning public sector work.
How to register interest, apply and meet the required standards.
Common pitfalls and how to avoid them.
Tips to strengthen applications under the Procurement Act 2023.
Where to find current and upcoming opportunities.?: 12:25 PM - 01:10 PMMeet the Buyer Introduction - PeopleHost: Craig Merchant Info: Introduction to Kent County Council's Commercial and Procurement Division - People Services
What it covers:
Services that directly support individuals and communities.
Examples:
o	Adult social care
o	Children’s services
o	Public health initiatives
o	Education support services
Purpose:
These are frontline services aimed at improving wellbeing and quality of life.?: 01:15 PM - 02:00 PMMeet the Buyer - PlaceHost: Craig MerchantInfo: Introduction to Kent County Council's Commercial and Procurement Division - Place Services
Place Category
What it covers:
Services and goods related to the physical environment and infrastructure.
Examples:
o	Highways maintenance
o	Waste management and recycling
o	Transport and logistics
o	Environmental services
Purpose:
Focused on maintaining and improving the county’s places and infrastructure for residents and businesses.?: 02:05 PM - 02:50 PMKent and Medway Growth Hub  How to bid for a public sector contractHost: Geoff BaxterBreakout 2 - Cornwallis?: 10:45 AM - 11:30 AMMeet the Buyers Introduction to Corporate ServicesHost: Carolyne HarringtonInfo: Introduction to Kent County Council's Commercial and Procurement Division - Corporate Services
•	What it covers:
Services that support the internal operations of the council rather than frontline delivery.
•	Examples:
o	IT systems and software
o	HR and recruitment services
o	Finance and audit services
o	Legal and professional consultancy
•	Purpose:
These are enabling functions that keep the council running efficiently.?: 11:35 AM - 12:20 PMMeet the Buyers Introduction to Place Host: Craig MerchantInfo: Introduction to Kent County Council's Commercial and Procurement Division - Place Services
Place Category
What it covers:
Services and goods related to the physical environment and infrastructure.
Examples:
o	Highways maintenance
o	Waste management and recycling
o	Transport and logistics
o	Environmental services
Purpose:
Focused on maintaining and improving the county’s places and infrastructure for residents and businesses.?: 12:25 PM - 01:10 PMSocial Value DiscussionHost: Rebecca Rhodes?: 01:15 PM - 02:00 PMHow to bid for a public sector contractHost: Geoff Baxter?: 02:05 PM - 02:50 PMMeet the Buyers Introduction to PeopleHost: Alan LukeInfo: Introduction to Kent County Council's Commercial and Procurement Division - People Services
What it covers:
Services that directly support individuals and communities.
Examples:
o	Adult social care
o	Children’s services
o	Public health initiatives
o	Education support services
Purpose:
These are frontline services aimed at improving wellbeing and quality of life.Breakout 3 - Chilham?: 10:45 AM - 11:30 AMSocial Value – Making the most from our policy Host: Rebecca Rhodes?: 11:45 AM - 12:30 PMEnvironmental Efficiency and Resilience in ContractsHost: Matt Smyth?: 12:25 PM - 01:10 PMScale your business at paceHost: Susan Berdo?: 01:15 PM - 02:00 PMMeet the buyer introduction - CorporateHost: Carolyne HarringtonInfo: Introduction to Kent County Council's Commercial and Procurement Division - Corporate Services
•	What it covers:
Services that support the internal operations of the council rather than frontline delivery.
•	Examples:
o	IT systems and software
o	HR and recruitment services
o	Finance and audit services
o	Legal and professional consultancy
•	Purpose:
These are enabling functions that keep the council running efficiently.?: 02:05 PM - 02:50 PMScale your business at paceHost: Susan Berdo
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/maidstone/kent-county-council-supplier-day/100001925174311189
- **Event Categories**: health-wellness, business
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 1

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Maidstone
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Clive Emson Hall, Kent Event Centre
- **lat**: 51.3023849
- **long**: 0.5822969
- **full address**: Clive Emson Hall, Kent Event Centre, Kent Showground, Maidstone, United Kingdom

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- **organizer**: Kent County Council (https://allevents.in/org/kent-county-council/27291111)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Tue, 27 Jan, 2026 at 08:30 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Clive Emson Hall, Kent Event Centre, Kent Showground, Maidstone, United Kingdom
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 0 up to 0 GBP
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Kent County Council
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** health-wellness, business
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Kent County Council Supplier Day ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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