UKUPC Conference
We are excited to announce that the UKUPC Conference 2023 (formerly known as COUP) will be taking place 6 - 7 September 2023 at the University of Exeter. LUPC and SUPC are working in collaboration to deliver this event for all members of UKUPC, bringing together procurement professionals from across the sector to a conference that cannot be missed!
What is the UKUPC Conference?
- The only HE-specific national conference on procurement
- An exciting line-up of professional development sessions and insights
- An exhibition of 70+ framework suppliers
- Opportunities to connect with attendees through the conference CPD programme and social activites
For full information, click here to access the UKUPC Conference 2023 Website.
DELEGATE INFORMATION (UKUPC Members ONLY)
***Delegate bookings are NOW ON SALE***
Delegates can arrive on Tuesday 5 September 2023 from 3pm, ready for the start of the main conference sessions at 9am on Wednesday 6 September. The conference will finish at 1.30pm on Thursday 7 September.
Our full conference packages, offering exceptional value are detailed below:
| Package Name | Conference Sessions | Accommodation | Dinners Included? | When Available? | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A - Full conference | Weds and Thurs (1.5 days) | 2 nights DBB* | Tues and Weds | From 20th March 2033 | Early Bird Rate £299+VAT until 31st May 2023 / thereafter £339+VAT |
| B - Full conference (excludes accommodation but includes Wed Conference Dinner) | Wed and Thurs (1.5 days) | None | Weds only | From 20th March 2023 | Early Bird Rate £199+VAT until 31st May 2023 / thereafter £225+VAT |
| C- Full conference (excludes accommodation and dinners) | Wed and Thurs (1.5 days) | None | None | From 20th March 2023 | Early Bird Rate £149+VAT until 31st May 2023 / thereafter £169+ VAT |
Other Conference packages
The following tickets will be on offer (subject to availability) from 22nd May 2023:
| Package Name | Conference Sessions | Accommodation | Dinners Included? | When Available? | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D - Full Conference + Wed Night | Weds and Thurs (1.5 days) | Weds night DBB* | Weds only | From 22nd March 2023 subject to availability | £249+VAT |
| E - Weds Conference + Tues Night | Weds (1 day) | Tues night DBB* | Tues only | From 22nd March 2023 subject to availability | £199+VAT |
| F - Weds Conference | Weds (1 day) | None | None | From 22nd March 2023 subject to availability | £129+VAT |
| G - Virtual Conference sessions only | Wed and Thurs (1.5 days) online access to key sessions livestreamed and virtual exhibition | None | None | From 22nd March 2023 subject to availability | TBC |
*DBB - Dinner, Bed & Breakfast.
All in-person conference days are inclusive of lunch and refreshments
BOOKING INFORMATION
- UKUPC members can book tickets here.
- A range of 2m x 2m, 3m x 2m and 3m x 3m stands (£3,150 - £3,850 + VAT) are available.
- Suppliers on UKUPC framework agreements can book tickets here
- Please note delegate tickets are for members only and are not available to suppliers.
For any queries, please contact Suzanne Picken, head of membership, marketing and communications, LUPC.