Access international Big Science facilities accelerating UK industry

You only need to register with the UK ILO once for us to start identifying suitable opportunities. However, most facilities still require suppliers to register directly on their own procurement portals to bid, and in some cases to access full tender documentation. We’ll guide you through which registrations are needed and when.

A wide range. While there are opportunities for high-tech engineering, electronics and precision manufacturing, facilities also procure everyday services such as training, insurance, professional services, IT systems and HR tools. It’s far broader than just “science equipment.”

The UK ILO receives all tenders issued by the facilities. These opportunities are then shared with UK businesses, along with guidance on how to engage. While many tenders are also published on the individual facilities’ own portals, some may not appear there immediately or at all. Therefore, the UK ILO acts as the central point through which UK businesses can access all available tenders.

Yes. We can help you identify opportunities that match your size, capabilities and experience.

It depends on what you provide. Once you register with us, we can assess your capabilities and advise which facilities, programmes and upcoming opportunities are most relevant to your products and services.