--- title: "Access Innovation Programme" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-84d9e891-1fbe-4657-a14d-0592576e62c3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-84d9e891-1fbe-4657-a14d-0592576e62c3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-84d9e891-1fbe-4657-a14d-0592576e62c3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-84d9e891-1fbe-4657-a14d-0592576e62c3.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY" published: "2018-06-28" --- # Access Innovation Programme Buyer: WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-84d9e891-1fbe-4657-a14d-0592576e62c3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-84d9e891-1fbe-4657-a14d-0592576e62c3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-84d9e891-1fbe-4657-a14d-0592576e62c3.json) ## Summary 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. ## Notice 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 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4709f8f5-e00d-4010-a564-b7e51d7d55df | | 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 | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Jun 2018 | | Submission deadline | 27 Jul 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2018 - 30 Apr 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY | | Locality | WEST YORKSHIRE | | Post town | Leeds | | Postcode | LS1 2DE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds | | Local authority | Leeds | | Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse | | Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ## Release History - 28 Jun 2018 at 07:21 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4709f8f5-e00d-4010-a564-b7e51d7d55df - 27 Jun 2018 at 15:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4709f8f5-e00d-4010-a564-b7e51d7d55df - 27 Jun 2018 at 15:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4709f8f5-e00d-4010-a564-b7e51d7d55df - 27 Jun 2018 at 15:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4709f8f5-e00d-4010-a564-b7e51d7d55df - 27 Jun 2018 at 15:18 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4709f8f5-e00d-4010-a564-b7e51d7d55df - 27 Jun 2018 at 15:18 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4709f8f5-e00d-4010-a564-b7e51d7d55df - 27 Jun 2018 at 15:18 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4709f8f5-e00d-4010-a564-b7e51d7d55df - 25 Jun 2018 at 16:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4709f8f5-e00d-4010-a564-b7e51d7d55df ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4709f8f5-e00d-4010-a564-b7e51d7d55df 28th June 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/westyorkshireCA/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/westyorkshireca/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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