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UKEF Accelerator Programme

UK EXPORT FINANCE

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26 Sep 2025 at 13:35

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was conducted by UK Export Finance, a central government public authority based in London, United Kingdom. The project titled "UKEF Accelerator Programme" falls within the services category, specifically aimed at delivering a business accelerator programme for women and ethnic minority enterprises. The procurement method was direct, below threshold without competition, and is currently in the Award stage with a contract status of active. The contract commenced on 10th September 2025 and is set to end on 9th September 2026, with the possibility of two 12-month extensions. The total contract value is £92,400, gross, and the procurement was finalised on 8th September 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in event services, especially those with experience in managing accelerator programmes that support diversity. LIFTED VENTURES LIMITED, a small to medium enterprise based in Leeds, has been awarded the contract, highlighting opportunities for similar-sized businesses capable of providing innovative and tailored services for public sector clients. Businesses with expertise in diversity-focused events and programmes may find burgeoning opportunities to partner with government agencies like UK Export Finance in future tenders. This contract represents an avenue for small enterprises to expand their portfolio by engaging in government projects designed to foster inclusivity and growth in the business community.

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Notice Title

UKEF Accelerator Programme

Notice Description

Delivery partners for a UKEF women and ethnic minority business accelerator programme.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a359
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060206-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£77,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Sep 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
9 Sep 2025 - 9 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK EXPORT FINANCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial@ukexportfinance.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2HQ
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

LIFTED VENTURES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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