Whether you’re a micro business, SME or VCSE, by landing here you’ve already taken your first steps to business growth – so stay a while and find out what Go4Growth can do for you. Our fully funded programme has no contractual obligation, no time commitment and has a number of entry pathways. It is designed by passionate small business owners who recognise the challenges businesses face when working with the public sector. Our programme is tailored to you which means that whatever your size, whatever your business and experience, we’ll meet you where you are now and help you build for the future.
Managing Director of Ignition Brewery, Nick O'Shea, explains how Go4Growth helped his business secure a bid to supply Lewisham Hospital with hospitality services, and Chris Wagner describes the benefits of working with Go4Growth from his perspective as Director of Procurement for the Trust.
20 June 2023
Deborah Gaunt, Corporate Procurement Officer at Calderdale Council talks about her experience working with Go4Growth and how engaging with small businesses and VCSEs is crucial to the local economy.
06 February 2023
Virtual
07 November 2024, 10:00 AM
We often get asked about how to find other businesses to work together with to secure public sector opportunities.
We're putting on this event, dedicated to meeting other businesses who are also exploring collaborative working.
We'll give an overview of the things you might want to consider leading up to becoming ‘contract ready’ in a partnership and we'll explore what the key areas of focus are for businesses wanting to work together to secure work in the public sector.
We’ll explore what the make or break elements are of preparing to work with others.
This highly interactive workshop will be an opportunity for businesses to meet, greet, exchange details and explore how to form new working relationships. Come along and introduce yourself and your business and hopefully you can find new contacts and connections for future work.
In person event
13 November 2024, 9:30 AM
“Unlock Opportunities to Win New Work in the Public Sector" - Join Our Free Workshop with Cheshire West and Chester Council on October 9th!
Are you a local business or voluntary sector provider in the Cheshire West and Chester area looking to expand your reach and grow your business?
Don’t miss our upcoming workshop on Wednesday, October 9th, from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm at the Meridian House Hub, Winsford.
This free event is designed to help you navigate the complexities of public sector procurement and understand the new opportunities created by the UK’s Procurement Act 2023. Whether you’re new to bidding or looking to enhance your success rate, this workshop will provide you with practical tips and insights to give you a competitive edge.
What We’ll Cover
How to Get Involved in Public Sector Bids: Understand the procurement process and discover how to find relevant opportunities.
Answering Quality Questions: Learn how to craft responses that resonate with evaluators and score high.
Social Value and Carbon Net Zero: Explore how these important factors are increasingly influencing public sector contracts.
Upcoming Procurement Regulations: Stay ahead of the curve with an overview of the Procurement Act 2023 and what it means for you.
Why Attend?
The public sector wants to work with local providers and is committed to removing barriers to entry and growth for small to medium enterprises. It’s a stable and valuable market, offering significant opportunities for local businesses and voluntary organisations. This workshop is an opportunity to gain the knowledge and confidence needed to find and secure contracts in the public sector and grow your business and impact”
“I need help to get started” in the Community
We know it can be difficult to start out in a new sector but we’re here to help you every step of the way. You can take advantage of our experience, knowledge and all the resources available in the Go4Growth programme to help make the transition into public sector as easy as possible. Click above to join the Community now.
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