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title: "Evaluation of Growth Gateway and Manufacturing Africa"
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# Evaluation of Growth Gateway and Manufacturing Africa

Buyer: FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-945204cc-3bda-4c63-9856-76b15ff9449f

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## Summary

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has concluded the procurement process for the "Evaluation of Growth Gateway and Manufacturing Africa" project, which falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services. The procurement method used was a selective call-off from a framework agreement, and the awarded contract was valued at GBP 449,112. This contract involves evaluating two development programmes aimed at promoting inclusive economic growth, with a specific focus on increased trade and investment in partner countries. The procurement stage was completed and awarded to Agulhas Applied Knowledge, a large-scale supplier, on 10th June 2026. The contract period extends from 3rd July 2026 to 23rd April 2027, covering regions including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the Rest of the World.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating in the research and development consultancy sector, particularly those specialising in evaluating economic development initiatives. Suitable for SMEs, the project can aid businesses in expanding their portfolio within governmental programmes aimed at stimulating economic growth through strategic trade and investment evaluations. By securing a contract with a prestigious buyer like the FCDO, businesses can enhance their reputation and gain valuable experience in handling international development projects. Companies that have capabilities in these areas are well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders.

## Notice

FCDO is seeking a supplier to deliver an evaluation and comparison of two development programmes Growth Gateway and Manufacturing Africa within EDPD which both aim to promote inclusive economic growth in partner countries through increased trade and investment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80ba2f0b-e851-4079-925f-5115f8e3046d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Jul 2026 - 23 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £449,112 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £449,112 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AGULHAS APPLIED KNOWLEDGE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2026 at 08:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80ba2f0b-e851-4079-925f-5115f8e3046d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80ba2f0b-e851-4079-925f-5115f8e3046d
  23rd July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a25a6c8a-adc1-4501-a238-fe0d17f539a9
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