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This ITT refers explicitly to the supply of suitable qualified professional services to produce a research report into identifying and amplifying best practice and identifying new and or under utilised mechanisms for the raising of place-based finance to fund investments in regional innovation ecosystems. In particular, we are interested to explore tools which enable local public bodies and or community assets/ interests to take a financial interest in the success of their place. Likewise, we are keen to understand possible mechanisms and barriers that are challenging such groups in raising finance to deliver their aspirations. This might include but not exclusively Community Finance Development Initiatives (CFDIs, Community Ownerships, Social Investment etc). It is expected that suppliers will undertake a mix of primary (through identifying and engaging with key stakeholders) and secondary research, building on the range of existing initiatives, funds and literature on the subject. This project complements an existing research project the Catapult is running, looking at Civic Bonds and Smart Commons. The projects, while independent will be expected to and benefit from collaboration and cross-referencing each other. If interested, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register Additional information: If interested please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register

The IPEC team at Connected Places Catapult is looking for a company to conduct market research around perceptions of procurement-powered innovation. This work will build on sentiment analysis already caried out and is intended to help develop intelligence of the wider public procurement landscape and to support the Innovation Procurement Empowerment Centre in establishing and scaling suitable support to encourage the uptake and implementation of innovation-friendly procurement approaches and directing advocacy and policy development activities of IPEC. The key aim of the study is to investigate knowledge, understanding and perceptions of the public sector in relation to procurement powered innovation. This will include engaging people in both existing CPC audiences and crucially beyond (focusing on procurement professionals) to test awareness of: 1. The benefits and barriers around innovation-friendly procurement work. a. Understanding the barriers procurement professionals face and how to overcome them. b. Awareness of innovation-friendly procurement methods and the associated benefits. 2. The impact of Connected Places Catapult in this space; the strength of our profile, and the extent to which we have led to increased understanding, knowledge, and confidence to invest in innovation-friendly procurement. This research will build on previous research/ survey work and it is expected that the chosen supplier will review and update methodologies, to enable timeseries analysis of key trends and issues. Likewise, the chosen supplier will gather a mixture of qualitative and quantitative insights, identify and reach representative samples across key stakeholder groups, and implement a robust and innovative research methodology. If interested, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register Additional information: If interested, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register

Connected Places Catapult is looking to commission research to help shape our engagements in the urban CRE sector. Commercial real estate is an essential contributor to the life and economy of cities worldwide. CRE plays a critical role in sustaining local jobs, supporting local economic growth, and ensuring sustainable investment. CRE developers have increasingly sought to address concerns around environmental sustainability, inclusion, and digitalisation in urban CRE, but this is often overshadowed by pressing priorities such as financial sustainability and the need for affordable housing and office space. Simultaneously, technological advancements, shifting work dynamics, growing environmental concerns, and economic uncertainty, are demanding transformations within the urban CRE sector. In this context, the Catapult is looking to commission one or more research studies to explore the challenges and opportunities for innovation within urban CRE developments in the UK, and where relevant, including insights and best practices from other countries. Focusing on future-proofing the industry while maximising social, environmental, and economic value. This research will provide vital evidence and insights that will help the Catapult support the CRE sector's evolution, ensuring that it meets future demands while aligning with broader sustainability and inclusion goals. If interested, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register Additional information: If interested, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register

Connected Places Catapult is looking to commission research to help inform our strategies related to public space in urban CRE developments. Introduction and Context Public spaces are essential for creating vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable urban environments. They play a critical role in fostering social cohesion, enhancing community well-being, and supporting local economic growth, while also contributing to environmental sustainability. Despite their significance, public spaces are often deprioritised in urban CRE development due to legal and financial constraints, or overshadowed by other pressing priorities, such as the need for affordable housing or environmental measures. Simultaneously, technology advancements, growing economic uncertainty, and shifting societal dynamics are reshaping both the nature and function of public spaces. In this context, the Catapult is looking to commission one or more research studies to explore the challenges and opportunities for innovation in public space within the urban CRE sector in the UK, and where relevant, including insights and best practices from other countries. This research would provide vital evidence and insights that will help the Catapult support innovation in how public spaces are designed, delivered, and used within CRE, for enhanced social, environmental, and economic outcomes. If interested, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register Additional information: If interested, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register

Connected Places Catapult is looking to commission research to help inform our strategies related to public space in urban CRE developments. Introduction and Context Public spaces are essential for creating vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable urban environments. They play a critical role in fostering social cohesion, enhancing community well-being, and supporting local economic growth, while also contributing to environmental sustainability. Despite their significance, public spaces are often deprioritised in urban CRE development due to legal and financial constraints, or overshadowed by other pressing priorities, such as the need for affordable housing or environmental measures. Simultaneously, technology advancements, growing economic uncertainty, and shifting societal dynamics are reshaping both the nature and function of public spaces. In this context, the Catapult is looking to commission one or more research studies to explore the challenges and opportunities for innovation in public space within the urban CRE sector in the UK, and where relevant, including insights and best practices from other countries. This research would provide vital evidence and insights that will help the Catapult support innovation in how public spaces are designed, delivered, and used within CRE, for enhanced social, environmental, and economic outcomes. If interested, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register Additional information: If interested, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register

Connected Places Catapult is looking for an Evaluation and Learning Partner to scope and deliver an evaluation of the impact of its activities and support organisational learning. This evaluation will be in line with the Catapult's Evaluation Framework and will include a Green Book compliant Value for Money report. If interested in this opportunity, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest to download the tender documents : https://procontract.due-north.com/Register

Connected Places Catapult is looking for an Evaluation and Learning Partner to scope and deliver an evaluation of the impact of its activities and support organisational learning. This evaluation will be in line with the Catapult’s Evaluation Framework and will include a Green Book compliant Value for Money report.

This ITT refers explicitly to the supply a Service Management system that will allow our organisation to manage Corporate Service processes in areas of Incident, Request, Problem, Change, Release, Asset, Contract, Project, Knowledge, and Service Level management. If interested in this opportunity, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest to download the tender documents : https://procontract.due-north.com/Register

This ITT refers explicitly to the supply of a third party risk management platform that provides an integrated approach to managing vendor risks and conducting onboarding and regular due diligence by Cyber Security Lead at CPC. If interested in this opportunity, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest to download the tender documents : https://procontract.due-north.com/Register

This ITT refers explicitly to the supply of (Detail the product/service required. This section should explain exactly and in detail what the requirements are) The key aims of the new contract will be to: - Deliver a marketing automation platform that integrates with CPC's current CRM (D365) allowing us to automate our marketing activities - Deliver a marketing first platform that can be easily used by the marketing team to organise and run all of their marketing activities across all channels - Allow the CPC marketing team to manage Events and easily integrate with 3rd party event platforms (Zoom, Cvent, Airmeet)

Connected Places Catapult (CPC) is working together with UK Power Networks (UKPN), National Gas Transmission (NGT) , National Energy Systems Operator (NESO), Cadent Gas and SP Manweb, Computational Modelling Cambridge Ltd. (CMCL), University of Edinburgh, and Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) to further develop the current CReDO digital twin to be implemented in partner organisations' BAU as a commercial tool. If interested, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register

This ITT refers explicitly to the supply of sales services to secure commercial partnerships for the Connected Places Summit 2026 (18-19 March). The key aims of the new contract will be to: - Using data supplied by CPC, develop a strong pipeline of prospects - Build relationships with stakeholders, understanding business objectives and how these can be best addressed by partnering with Connected Places Catapult to support the Connected Places Summit 2026 - Work closely with Head of Events and Partnerships to customise packages in order to secure partnerships - Secure minimum of £260,000 in partnerships. If interested, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register

The solution needs to be able to link to third party datasets with the following data being required as a minimum: • Companies House data. • Private investment in SMEs and start-ups, this needs to be verified investment, where verification needs to be comparable to Beauhurst or Pitchbook as this is specified by our funders. • Grants given to SMEs and start-ups, which also needs to be verified as above. • Turnover of SME and start-ups where they report this to Companies House or other reliable sources. • Headcount of SMEs and start-ups again using Companies House, if other sources are used (such as LinkedIn) this can be useful, but it needs to be possible to switch this off. The solution proposed needs to integrate with an MS data lake house which contains CRM contact data of the Catapult's beneficiaries as well as programme information from our purpose-built platform through which companies apply to our programmes. Connected Places Catapult needs to be able to report this data split as above by: • Group or cohort of SMEs/ beneficiaries by programme/ project (based on programme start and end date). • Quarter, calendar year and/ or financial year. • How many programmes an SME/ company has been part of. The Catapult will work with the successful provider to thoroughly scope out these reports and the process for developing custom reports as required throughout the lifetime of the contract. It is envisaged that up to 50 users will use the solution to varying degrees and the ability to have view access only vs interrogation/ edit is preferred.

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Connected Places Catapult is seeking to identify a suitable partner to establish a Regional Office for Technology and Innovation (ROTI), with the ambition to launch in f/y 01 April 2026. The ROTI will build on the collaborative, data-driven models identified in our research of other regional digital capability programmes. We expect to support the creation of a team to co-ordinate innovation, share best practices, and showcase the potential of digital transformation across a city or region. We are uncertain of exactly what existing capabilities, plans, challenges and networks exist in each city or region. This means flexibility will be required in defining the nature of support required and offered.

Connected Places Catapult, acting as a partner of the Hydrogen Innovation Initiative (HII), is looking to procure results from a number of near-term demonstration projects which meet the themes of the specification in Appendix B, and is inviting tenders of £25,000 to £100,000 (including VAT) per project to contribute to the costs of the demonstration activities and produce a report detailing the outputs and results. In exchange, Connected Places Catapult and Hydrogen Innovation Initiative will be entitled to access the demonstration site and publicly disseminate reporting of outputs and results from the demonstration activities for the benefit of the hydrogen industry. The demonstration must be in the latter stages of planning, with a consortium of funded and suitable partners already engaged. If interested, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register

Connected Places Catapult, acting as a partner of the Hydrogen Innovation Initiative (HII), is looking to procure results from a number of near-term demonstration projects which meet the themes of the specification in Appendix B, and is inviting tenders of £25,000 to £100,000 (including VAT) per project to contribute to the costs of the demonstration activities and produce a report detailing the outputs and results. In exchange, Connected Places Catapult and Hydrogen Innovation Initiative will be entitled to access the demonstration site and publicly disseminate reporting of outputs and results from the demonstration activities for the benefit of the hydrogen industry. The demonstration must be in the latter stages of planning, with a consortium of funded and suitable partners already engaged. If interested, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register

Connected Places Catapult, acting as a partner of the Hydrogen Innovation Initiative (HII), is looking to procure results from a number of near-term demonstration projects which meet the themes of the specification in Appendix B, and is inviting tenders of £25,000 to £100,000 (including VAT) per project to contribute to the costs of the demonstration activities and produce a report detailing the outputs and results. In exchange, Connected Places Catapult and Hydrogen Innovation Initiative will be entitled to access the demonstration site and publicly disseminate reporting of outputs and results from the demonstration activities for the benefit of the hydrogen industry. The demonstration must be in the latter stages of planning, with a consortium of funded and suitable partners already engaged If interested, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register

Connected Places Catapult, acting as a partner of the Hydrogen Innovation Initiative (HII), is looking to procure results from a number of near-term demonstration projects which meet the themes of the specification in Appendix B, and is inviting tenders of £25,000 to £100,000 (including VAT) per project to contribute to the costs of the demonstration activities and produce a report detailing the outputs and results. In exchange, Connected Places Catapult and Hydrogen Innovation Initiative will be entitled to access the demonstration site and publicly disseminate reporting of outputs and results from the demonstration activities for the benefit of the hydrogen industry. The demonstration must be in the latter stages of planning, with a consortium of funded and suitable partners already engaged. If interested, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register