Opportunities to work with the Growth Hub
Invitation to Quote Opportunities
We are currently seeking providers to deliver business support programmes on behalf of the York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub, with a number of Invitation to Quote (ITQ) opportunities now live.
Information about current opportunities can be found below. To access the full ITQ documents, including the specification, requirements and guidance on how to submit a proposal, please complete the form on this page. You will then receive an email containing links to the relevant documents.
Additional opportunities will be published over the coming weeks and months. To stay informed about future procurement opportunities, please sign up to our newsletter or check this page regularly for updates.
If you have any questions, please contact support@ynygrowthhub.com.
Current Opportunities
Export Readiness (EX-READY)
Programme: Exports
Contract Value: Up to £30,000 (inclusive of VAT)
Delivery Period: Q4 2026/27 – Q1 2027/28
Submission Deadline: 9 November 2026, 10:00am
The Growth Hub is seeking proposals for the delivery of an export readiness support programme helping businesses explore and assess international market opportunities. The programme should support businesses to understand whether exporting is right for them, identify potential routes to market, and develop the knowledge, confidence and practical plans required to take their next steps towards international trade.
Support for Women in Business (INC-WOMEN)
Programme: Inclusive Growth
Contract Value: Up to £30,000 (inclusive of VAT)
Delivery Period: Q4 2026/27 – Q1 2027/28
Submission Deadline: 9 November 2026, 10:00am
The Growth Hub is seeking proposals for targeted support for women who play a meaningful role in leading, developing and making decisions within businesses in York and North Yorkshire. The programme should address barriers which may affect an individual’s ability to realise their potential within a business, enabling participants to take positive action and contribute to the development, resilience and growth of their business.
To access the full Invitation to Quote documents and submission guidance, please complete the form below. Once submitted, you will receive an email containing links to the relevant documents.
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Opportunities to work with the Growth Hub
Invitation to Quote Opportunities We are currently seeking providers to deliver business support programmes on behalf of the York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub, with a number of Invitation to
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