Award

Innovation for Conservation-Uganda Programme

THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA

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Award

08 May 2026 at 10:38

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Cumbria has completed the award stage of a procurement process titled "Innovation for Conservation-Uganda Programme." This project, classified under the services category and focused on foreign economic-aid-related services, aims to alleviate rural poverty in Western Uganda. The direct award procedure was used for this procurement due to urgency and specific user requirements. The programme is set to run from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2029. Key dates include the scheduled milestone for the future signature due by 11th May 2026. The main location for this initiative is Uganda, with the University of Cumbria, a public authority under sub-central government, serving as the buying organisation.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for entities involved in economic aid and conservation efforts, especially those capable of implementing long-term programmes in international settings. It is particularly suited for large-scale organisations that can deliver services to communities in biodiverse regions and are familiar with the intricacies of working with public authorities. Companies with an established presence in Uganda or those seeking to expand their services into African markets may find this opportunity beneficial. The supplier awarded, Herbert Kasozi, exemplifies the type of business positioned well to execute on such a contract, potentially leveraging this opportunity for further regional engagement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Innovation for Conservation-Uganda Programme

Notice Description

The University of Cumbria are seeking a supplier to carry out a 3 year programme to reduce rural poverty in the human communities in Western Uganda to facilitate opportunities for local people to benefit directly from their biodiverse rich surroundings.

Procurement Information

This is a Direct Award for a 3 year programme for the Innovation of Conservation Uganda Programme.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069477
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042413-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

CPV Codes

75211200 - Foreign economic-aid-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£502,810 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 May 20266 days ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CUMBRIA
Postcode
CA1 2HH
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HERBERT KASOZI

Further Information

Notice Documents

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