Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bb6-cf52-7018-8d19-643abbcce054/innovation-lab-by-tfw-accelerator pending GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Innovation Lab by TfW Accelerator [Transport for Wales](https://tendernation.io/buyers/transport-for-wales) Estimated value Not stated Published 19 Mar 2025 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Below-threshold contract Buyers cannot shortlist bidders on suitability before tenders are in, so everyone gets to submit a bid (except some larger works contracts). [Procurement Act 2023, section 85](https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/section/85) - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender We run a 10-week accelerator programme consisting of workshops, stakeholder 1-2-1s, mentoring, networking opportunities with key executives and access to a wide range of resources and knowledge from across the sector. At the end of the 10 weeks, all businesses taking part on the programme will present their MVP (Minimum Viable Product) on demo day, with the goal of securing a contract with Transport for Wales. Successful candidates will then have the financial security and access to resources needed to continue development of their product or service to integrate across Transport for Wales. 2025 Media Cymru and Transport for Wales Challenge Statement Media Specific Challenges as outlined by Media Cymru (Must be based in Wales for the Media Challenge): - Supporting tourism via the transport network. - Strengthening the use of the Welsh language across the network. - Creating mixed-media experiences to improve commuter journeys. - Promote the brand and/or offering using new forms of media. - Attracting people to use the network via new media. Transport Specific Challenges as outlined by Transport for Wales: - Revenue Generation and Cost Efficiency o Identifying new revenue opportunities o Designing cost-effective solutions o Leveraging AI to enhance operations - Modal Shift and Engagement o Encouraging more people to use sustainable transport o Developing an integrated, sustainable transport system - Operational Excellence o Improving rail and bus performance o Enhancing safety for passengers and staff o Strengthening climate resilience [tfw.wales/lab](https://tfw.wales/lab) Read full description ## CPV classification Software package and information systems IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support Other community, social and personal services Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-04ef06-2025-03-19T13:08:01Z [View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-04ef06-2025-03-19T13:08:01Z) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. 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