Meet the Buyer

Local Businesses Invited to ‘Meet the Buyer’ Event Showcasing Major Investment Projects.

Local contractors and suppliers are invited to attend a free “Meet the Buyer” event on Thursday, 4 December 2025, at King’s Lynn Town Hall, hosted by the Borough Council. The event will spotlight several once in a generation investment projects across West Norfolk and East Anglia, offering local businesses a unique opportunity to get involved.

Presentations will feature major developments including the construction of a brand-new Queen Elizabeth Hospital in King’s Lynn and the nationally significant Sizewell C energy project. These landmark initiatives represent unprecedented opportunities for local suppliers to engage with large-scale procurement and infrastructure contracts. Additional projects include the West Winch Access Road and the restoration of St George’s Guildhall.

Attendees will gain insight into how to access contracts and supply chain opportunities, understand project timelines and early-stage engagement processes, and connect directly with buyers and decision-makers involved in these transformative schemes.

In addition to the presentations, attendees can book one-to-one meetings with representatives from the Queen Elizabeth Hospital new build team, Sizewell C, the contractor for the West Winch Access Road and St George’s Guildhall, and the Borough Council’s procurement team. These sessions offer a valuable opportunity to discuss specific requirements and position your business for future tenders.

Throughout the day, support organisations including New Anglia Growth Hub, the College of West Anglia, Norfolk Chamber of Commerce, and the Federation of Small Businesses will be on hand to offer guidance on business development, training, and growth opportunities.

Councillor Simon Ring, Cabinet Member for Business said: “This event is about connecting local expertise with large-scale investment.

“We are keen to ensure that this regeneration has a positive impact on the local economy and where possible, opportunities to be part of principal contractors’ supply chains are promoted. We want to ensure that businesses in our region are informed, prepared, and ready to benefit from the opportunities ahead.”

Councillor Chris Morley, Cabinet Member for Finance added: “This event offers a great opportunity for local suppliers to find out about the significant projects that are being delivered in West Norfolk, and the potential for them to get on board.

“Our team will be on hand to talk about the procurement process, alongside the principal contractors from some of our key projects who will be able to detail next steps and plans for the coming months and years.

“We know that there is a high level of interest in the transformational development that is gathering pace, and we look forward to updating local contractors and suppliers who wish to find out more at the event.”

Anyone wishing to book their place at the event, which takes place from 9am – 3pm on Thursday 4 December 2025 at King’s Lynn Town Hall, can do so here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/meet-the-buyer-event-kings-lynn-tickets-1832320041569?aff=oddtdtcreator