There are opportunities for UK companies to supply products and services to the international science facilities in which the UK is a member. These include CERN, ESO, ILL, ESRF, ESS, FAIR and the SKA.
Contract opportunities at these facilities exist in a wide range of sectors and across all technology levels; from civil engineering through to precision mechanical engineered parts. Our Business Opportunities team provide free assistance to help UK companies win contracts.
How can we help you?
We provide:
- Advanced notice of upcoming tenders from international science facilities
- Support and advice on the tenders processes for our international facilities
- Targeted events to link you with facility procurement specialists
Through our Tender Opportunities Service we provide free assistance to UK companies working in a diverse range of sectors. From office supplies to instrumentation we help businesses to access contracts from the large international science facilities that we fund on behalf of the UK.
Contact us at tender opportunities.
To find out more read our Opportunities to Tender leaflet:
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Need help with exporting?
Department for International Trade
The Department for International Trade (DIT) helps businesses export and grow into global markets. Their website has tailored support and advice for business on how to start exporting or increase the amount of goods and services they sell overseas. You can:
Contact your local International Trade Team or Scottish Development International (SDI), Welsh Government (WG) or Invest Northern Ireland (INI) offices to find out more. You can find your nearest International Trade Team here.
For general enquiries:
- Email
- Telephone: +44 (0)20 7215 5000
UK Export Finance
UK Export Finance’s mission is to ensure that no viable UK export fails for lack of finance or insurance. They are the UK’s export credit agency and a government department, working alongside the Department for International Trade.
Their export finance managers provide free and impartial consultations, helping UK companies to check they are getting the appropriate support and, if not, explore how to bridge any gaps. On their website you can:
For new business enquiries
- Email
- Telephone: 020 7271 8010
Enterprise Europe Network
Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) can provide specialist support to help you do business in Europe and beyond. EEN brings together 600 Network partner organisations, in more than 60 countries to help business and organisations. They are funded by the European Commission and Innovate UK and provide a fully funded advice and support programme including:
- identifying additional R&D grants you may be eligible for (e.g. future Innovate UK competitions, collaborative European opportunities or regional funding)
- bespoke innovation business coaching under the Innovate UK innovate2succeed programme (up to seven days with specialist coaches)
- helping you identify useful contacts and partnerships within Europe using our Partnership Opportunities Search facility and signposting to relevant support networks
To contact EEN:
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Key information on the facilities
For more information on each of the facilities, including their procurement processes and tips for bidding, please see the specific facility pages:
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