PROCURE4EDUCATION

MEET THE BUYER

Recognising the vital role that suppliers and SMEs play in supporting education across the island of Ireland, Procure4Education Ireland is proud to offer a dedicated Meet the Buyer programme, created to help build valuable connections and encourage future collaboration.

This dedicated feature provides suppliers with the opportunity to engage directly with procurement and commercial leaders from key education organisations and sector stakeholders from across Ireland. Through pre-arranged one-to-one meetings, attendees can gain insight into procurement priorities, upcoming opportunities, and the challenges and objectives shaping the education sector.

Meet the Buyer offers a unique opportunity to have meaningful conversations with influential decision-makers, better understand procurement requirements, and position your organisation within a significant and evolving education procurement market.

Information on how to book one-to-one appointments with participating organisations will be made available to all registered delegates ahead of the event.

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Our partners Education Authority Northern Ireland will have representatives from the following categories attending on the day;
  • Business Services and Products
  • Catering
  • Educational Resources
  • Facilities Management and Maintenance
  • Furniture and Equipment
  • Information Communication Technology
  • Transport
  • Construction
Ulster University invested around £66M in procurement over the past year, covering construction, technology, and professional services. Key projects include the £34.8M Teaching and Student Centre in Derry Londonderry and a £10.5M electricity supply contract, alongside awards for consultancy, IT systems, and branded merchandise—highlighting the university’s focus on infrastructure, sustainability, and innovation.
Crown Commercial Service (CCS) manages billions in public sector procurement each year, delivering over £3.6 billion in commercial benefits through its frameworks. By leveraging collective buying power, CCS secures average savings of more than 10% and promotes SME participation, with £2.3 billion awarded to smaller businesses.
Queen’s University Belfast invests around £200–250 million annually in procurement to support research, education, and operational excellence. The university manages contracts across sectors such as laboratory equipment, medical supplies, and professional services, while promoting ethical and sustainable practices through its Supply Chain Code of Conduct.
The North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium (NWUPC) supports 24 universities in the Northwest of England through over 100 compliant frameworks. Its annual procurement activity covers ICT, estates, furniture, laboratory equipment, and professional services, with contract values often reaching tens of millions of pounds. NWUPC focuses on delivering value for money, sustainability, and compliance, enabling members to achieve cost-effective and responsible purchasing.

Our partners Education Authority Northern Ireland will have representatives from the following categories attending on the day;

  • Business Services and Products
  • Catering
  • Educational Resources
  • Facilities Management and Maintenance
  • Furniture and Equipment
  • Information Communication Technology
  • Transport
  • Construction

Our partner University of Ulster will have representatives from category specialists on the day. Further details coming soon.