Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bf2-31d8-70a2-9a9e-c1392f79cfe8/gb-leeds-esif-access-to-finance-research-and-development closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # GB-Leeds: ESIF Access to Finance - Research and Development [West Yorkshire Combined Authority](https://tendernation.io/buyers/west-yorkshire-combined-authority) Estimated value £50,000 Published 12 Mar 2015 Deadline Closed 7 Apr 2015 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - 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 The Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) require the assistance of an experienced and highly competent Expert Consultant who will drive and manage the next phase of the project, including the delivery of an Ex-ante Assessment consultancy project.This will require a special candidate who has proven project management abilities. A high level of understanding of the mechanisms of small business finance, preferably in the Yorkshire & Humber region economy would be helpful. Proven business acumen and advanced communication skills are also essential. Full details are in the tender documents, which are available on the web [in-tendhost.co.uk](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/westyorkshireca/aspx/Home). Hover the mouse on 'Tenders' and click 'Current' followed by 'View Details'. There will be a registration process to go through after which the tender documents can be accessed. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement, and the contract will be awarded on the basis of the most economically advantageous tender.Documents are available on the web [in-tendhost.co.uk](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/westyorkshireca/aspx/Home). Hover the mouse on 'Tenders' and click 'Current' followed by 'View Details'. There will be a registration process to go through after which the tender documents can be accessed. To view this notice, please click here: [delta-esourcing.com](https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=135890311) Read full description ## CPV classification Research and development services and related consultancy services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/3c17a0b8-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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