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An important 'Meet the Buyer' event is coming to Belfast City Hall, offering North Belfast businesses, social enterprises, and community groups the chance to secure public sector contracts. Discover how to access exciting procurement opportunities, including those from the £850 million Belfast Region City Deal. This is a vital opportunity to grow your organisation and connect with key buyers.
2026/02/19
Are you a business owner, social enterprise, or community organisation in North Belfast looking for new opportunities to grow? An exciting 'Meet the Buyer' event is just around the corner, offering a fantastic chance to connect directly with public sector organisations and secure valuable contracts.
Taking place at Belfast City Hall on Wednesday 25 March 2026, from 9am to 1pm, this event is designed to open doors for organisations like yours. You'll get to hear first-hand about a wide range of public procurement opportunities available across Northern Ireland, including significant contracts stemming from the impressive £850 million Belfast Region City Deal.
This is your chance to chat directly with representatives from major public sector bodies, including , Translink, NI Water, the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, Department for Infrastructure, NI Housing Executive, and the Education Authority. You can also get practical advice from support organisations like InterTradeIreland, the Federation of Small Businesses, and Belfast Chamber, learning how to navigate the tendering process and submit winning bids.
Councillor Natasha Brennan, Chair of the council's Strategic Policy and Resources Committee, highlighted the positive impact this event can have for our local economy. She noted, 'In Belfast, we've actively worked to ensure our own council procurement processes genuinely benefit local communities, with an impressive 85% of our annual spend now going directly to small and medium businesses. We are eager to encourage more businesses from areas like North Belfast to tap into these exciting opportunities and help them succeed both now and in the future.'
The event also offers a unique cross-border perspective. Caroline Sweeney, Trade Manager at InterTradeIreland, emphasised that 'Harnessing the opportunities presented by cross-border trade is one of the most effective ways to scale and sustain growth.' This means whether you're looking to expand locally or explore opportunities across the island, you'll find valuable insights and support.
Spaces for this invaluable 'Meet the Buyer' event are limited, so early registration is essential. Don't miss out on this opportunity to boost your business and secure public sector work. To sign up and secure your spot, please visit /meetthebuyer.