---
title: "UKEF Accelerator Programme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a359"
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buyer: "UK EXPORT FINANCE"
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# UKEF Accelerator Programme

Buyer: UK EXPORT FINANCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a359

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## Summary

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.

## Notice

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

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060206-2025 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 9 Sep 2025 - 9 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £77,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK EXPORT FINANCE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2HQ |
| 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 | LIFTED VENTURES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79952000 - Event services

## Release History

- 26 Sep 2025 at 13:35 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060206-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060206-2025
  26th September 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.liftedventures.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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