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Cultivo Global Ag Innovation Programme

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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18 Feb 2025 at 14:46

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has completed the procurement for the "Cultivo Global Ag Innovation Programme," an initiative aimed at sponsoring a UK cohort for the prestigious programme run by America's Cultivation Corridor. This programme is designed to introduce and connect agri-tech businesses to the US market. Classified under the "Event services" industry category (CPV: 79952000), the contract covers multiple locations including the United Kingdom and overseas territories. The procurement stage is now in the Award phase, with the contract period commencing on 12 February 2025 and concluding on 31 May 2025. Notably, the tendering process was conducted using a direct procurement method below the threshold, resulting in a contract value of £19,053.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the agri-tech sector looking to expand their presence in the US market. The Cultivo Global Ag Innovation Programme offers a platform for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to gain valuable exposure and establish connections in a key international market. Businesses that specialise in agricultural technology and innovation, and seek international growth, would be well-positioned to benefit from participating in such initiatives. With support from both DBT and America's Cultivation Corridor, participants can leverage this programme to achieve substantial business growth and expansion.

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Notice Title

Cultivo Global Ag Innovation Programme

Notice Description

DBT requirement to sponsor a UK cohort for the Cultivo Global Ag Innovation programme. The Cultivo Global Ag Innovation programme, run by America's Cultivation Corridor, is a world leading business programme for agri-tech businesses to get an introduction to, and form connections in, the US market.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-51ee01ea-d6d8-49da-be64-9d659bda6dbe
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c2575728-c24e-435a-9697-867c3b87f31a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£19,053 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£19,053 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
12 Feb 2025 - 31 May 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE
Contact Name
Department for Business and Trade
Contact Email
commercialmarevents@businessandtrade.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AMERICA'S CULTIVATION CORRIDOR

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