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Inward Investment Lead Generation Services

WEST MIDLANDS GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED

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05 Aug 2026 at 09:35

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Growth Company Limited is conducting an open tender process for "Inward Investment Lead Generation Services" to support its Inward Investment team. This procurement, focusing on business analysis and development consultancy services, aims to engage overseas businesses to invest or expand operations in the West Midlands. The tender, identified as 2026-WMGC-0824, is currently active and falls under the services procurement category, specifically targeting international markets such as North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. Stakeholders should note that the tender period closes on 21st August 2026, with the contract commencing on 14th September 2026 and concluding on 31st March 2027. The total contract value is £60,000, with quality heavily emphasised as an award criterion.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in lead generation, business consultancy, or possessing strong networks in international markets. Companies with expertise in identifying and nurturing investment leads will find this contract aligns well with their services. The successful bidder will be instrumental in advancing the Global Growth Programme, ensuring sustained economic growth in the West Midlands. Businesses eager to foster international relationships and deliver strategic economic value to the region are well-suited to participate in this competitive process, which promises a unique platform for business growth and collaboration with the West Midlands Growth Company.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Inward Investment Lead Generation Services

Notice Description

The West Midlands Growth Company (WMGC) is seeking to appoint a suitably experienced supplier to deliver international lead generation services that will identify, engage and qualify high-potential overseas businesses with the potential to establish or expand operations within the West Midlands. The appointed supplier will support WMGC's Inward Investment team by delivering targeted lead generation activity across priority international markets and sectors, including, but not limited to, North America, Europe, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), and Asia-Pacific (APAC), generating a pipeline of qualified investment opportunities that align with the region's strategic economic priorities. The supplier will be expected to leverage existing networks, market intelligence and proactive outreach to identify companies with a demonstrable interest and capability to invest in the West Midlands. A key focus of this contract will be supporting the promotion of WMGC's Global Growth Programme (GGP) by identifying and engaging eligible international businesses that meet the programme's criteria and can be successfully converted into GGP landings. In addition, the supplier will identify wider inward investment opportunities that fall outside the GGP but demonstrate strong potential to create economic value for the region. Lead generation activity should align with WMGC's wider inward investment programme and support priority campaigns and market engagement activity, including key events such as Birmingham Tech Week, Smart City Expo World Congress, and Mobile World Congress, alongside other strategically important opportunities identified throughout the contract period. The successful supplier will work collaboratively with WMGC throughout the contract, providing regular reporting on activity, pipeline performance and outcomes, while maintaining a flexible and responsive approach to changing market priorities and organisational requirements.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06dc09
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074033-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

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

CPV Codes

72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
21 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Sep 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST MIDLANDS GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6AT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG3 West Midlands
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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