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Access Innovation Programme

WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Summary of the contracting process

The West Yorkshire Combined Authority is inviting tenders for the 'Access Innovation Programme', aimed at fostering research and development within the Leeds City Region, particularly among SMEs. This open procurement process, classified under business services, is currently in the tender stage, with submissions accepted until 27th July 2018. The contract is set to commence on 1st September 2018 and will run until 30th April 2020. The programme is funded by the European Regional Development Fund and the Local Growth Fund, highlighting its significance to local economic development.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises engaged in research, product development, and consultancy services to expand their operations. The programme is particularly well-suited for SMEs looking to enhance their competitiveness through innovation by connecting them with expertise from universities and research institutions. Businesses that provide consulting services, marketing, and a range of support functions may find substantial opportunities to participate and benefit from this funding initiative.

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Notice Title

Access Innovation Programme

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. Additional information: Go to the e-tendering website https://in-tendhost.co.uk/westyorkshireca/aspx/Home. Hover on and select, 'Tenders' followed by, 'Current'. Select the project and click, 'View Details', followed by' Express Interest'. There is a registration process, if not already registered. Log in to gain access to the project and documents. Funding Description AI is funded from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and the Local Growth Fund (LGF). Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-84d9e891-1fbe-4657-a14d-0592576e62c3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4709f8f5-e00d-4010-a564-b7e51d7d55df
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

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

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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