Chamber programme to directly link businesses with buyers
The Get Ready 2 Supply programme is offering eligible businesses the opportunity to meet with large local buyers with live procurement opportunities.
An upcoming ‘Meet the Buyer’ event, taking place on 30 July, will offer local suppliers one to one meetings with members of procurement teams from Aston University and Bournville Trust to discuss live opportunities in the following areas:
- Signage
- Cleaning
- Catering
- PAT testing
- Pest control
Get Ready 2 Supply seeks to enable firms in East Birmingham and North Solihull to access contract opportunities with some of the region’s largest institutions.
The programme is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and delivered by the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce and Newable.
Get Ready 2 Supply offers eligible firms in all sectors in East Birmingham and North Solihull:
- The opportunity to apply for grant funding of up to £8,000 (terms and conditions apply)
- 1-2-1 support from experienced advisers, including support to identify relevant contract opportunities for your business
- Networking sessions to discuss opportunities and pitch to key buyers
- In-depth workshops to expand your skills and knowledge
Emily Stubbs, head of policy at the Chamber said: “Supporting businesses in East Birmingham and North Solihull to access new markets is critical to driving inclusive economic growth in Greater Birmingham.
“This upcoming ‘Meet the Buyer’ event offers eligible local firms the opportunity to directly meet with those at large anchor institutions looking to procure the services they offer, and hopefully win new contracts.
“For those in other sectors, our expert advisors can also help to identify new supply-chain opportunities.”
Find out more about Get Ready 2 Supply and apply for fully funded support.
Once registered for the programme, expert advisors will review eligibility for the ‘Meet the Buyer’ event.
