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Access Innovation Programme - AWARD

WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY

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12 Sep 2018 at 14:17

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The West Yorkshire Combined Authority has completed an award for the Access Innovation Programme, which aims to enhance research and development investment in the Leeds City Region, specifically targeting SMEs. This open procedure tender had a total estimated value of £500,000 and was open until 27th July 2018. The contract commenced on 1st September 2018 and will run until 30th April 2020, with services classified under business services that include law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing, and security. The relevant delivery locations include Leeds in the Yorkshire and the Humber region.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for SMEs looking to increase their competitiveness and innovation capabilities. By connecting directly with research-intensive organisations, such as universities or innovation centres, businesses in the fields of technology, consultancy, and specialised services can benefit significantly from this programme. The involvement of RTC North Ltd as a supplier indicates a collaborative environment where innovative ideas can flourish, making it an attractive prospect for companies eager to enhance their service offerings through research-backed development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Access Innovation Programme - AWARD

Notice Description

In Jul 2017, the Combined Authority launched the Access Innovation (AI) programme to address an under-investment in R&D within the Leeds City Region, particularly amongst SMEs. AI is being delivered across the city region with funding from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and the Local Growth Fund (LGF). Its primary objective is to help SMEs to become more productive and competitive through the development of new products, processes and services. It links small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) directly to the expertise and facilities within research intensive organisations, such as universities or Catapult Centres. The programme provides advice to businesses on which organisations can support them with their innovation activities.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-43c8434f-3aed-4f57-b4d0-e2eeb318cef9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1af74b0a-1da5-4008-a637-db61182e8526
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Sep 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jul 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Sep 20187 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2018 - 30 Apr 2020 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Wayne Robinson
Contact Email
procurement@westyorks-ca.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0113 2517236

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST YORKSHIRE
Postcode
LS1 2DE
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RTC NORTH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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