# Event Details - **Event Name**: STAR Procurement - Meet the Buyer 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 29 Jan, 2026 at 10:00 am – Thu, 29 Jan, 2026 at 03:00 pm - **Event Description**: STAR is the Procurement shared service for Knowsley, Rochdale, St Helens, Stockport, Tameside, and Trafford Councils.About this EventJoin STAR Procurement for our upcoming Meet the Buyer Event!STAR Procurement - the award-winning shared procurement service for Knowsley, Rochdale, St Helens, Stockport, Tameside, and Trafford Councils - is delighted to invite local suppliers and providers to meet us face-to-face at our Meet the Buyer event.?️ Admission, seminars, and workshops are completely free, but spaces are limited - so reserve your ticket now before they’re gone!This event is designed to support local small and medium-sized businesses by:• Showcasing procurement opportunities with councils and partner organisations• Offering practical workshops on how to tender successfully• Creating valuable networking opportunities with other businesses and service providersYou’ll gain unprecedented access to buyers, commissioners, contractors, and key decision makers from across the region.? Date: Thursday 29 January 2026? Venue: Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prescot, L34 3ABAttending will help you build your knowledge of public sector procurement, discover upcoming contract opportunities, attend masterclasses, and introduce your organisation to key contacts.Our seminars and workshops will share expert guidance on bidding for tenders and projects, with live Q&A sessions and hands-on support - including help creating your STAR Procurement account so you can start bidding on opportunities straight away.The Meet the Buyer event is open to all micro, small, and medium-sized businesses across our six partner boroughs, the Liverpool City Region, and Greater Manchester.Don’t miss it - this is the event to attend for suppliers who want to grow in the public sector!Further details can be found on our website: As more stalls and seminars are confirmed the above page will be updated. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/prescot/star-procurement-meet-the-buyer-2026/100001925022517169 - **Event Categories**: workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 8.83, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Prescot - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Shakespeare North Playhouse - **lat**: 53.4289102 - **long**: -2.805994 - **full address**: Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prospero Place, Prescot, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: STAR Procurement - Meet the Buyer 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/f19bdfd63ca517b40099da10b8a1862d77cb58aa8fa44851bb3e614be1e437d8-rimg-w1200-h848-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1762618925 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is STAR Procurement - Meet the Buyer 2026 being held? - **A:** STAR Procurement - Meet the Buyer 2026 takes place on Thu, 29 Jan, 2026 at 10:00 am to Thu, 29 Jan, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prospero Place, Prescot, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing STAR Procurement - Meet the Buyer 2026? - **A:** STAR Procurement - Meet the Buyer 2026 is organized by STAR Procurement. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** STAR Procurement - Meet the Buyer 2026 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Prescot, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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