---
title: "Innovation for Conservation-Uganda Programme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069477"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA"
published: "2026-05-08"
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# Innovation for Conservation-Uganda Programme

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069477

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## Summary

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.

## Notice

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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042413-2026 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £502,810 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA |
| Locality | CUMBRIA |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA1 2HH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Carlisle |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HERBERT KASOZI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 75211200 - Foreign economic-aid-related services

## Release History

- 8 May 2026 at 10:38 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042413-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042413-2026
  8th May 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cumbria.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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