Technology Fund Horizon Scanning
The contract covers external research and advisory support for Fair4All Finance Limited, a UK financial inclusion organisation, to inform the design and prioritisation of its new Technology Fund. The supplier will provide evidence-based horizon scanning and analysis of relevant technology trends, market gaps and priority themes, identifying innovative technology-enabled approaches that could improve outcomes for financially underserved and excluded consumers. The work will support development of a multi-year fund expected to launch in early 2027 and valued at approximately £5 million, although the value of this specific support contract and its duration are not stated. Delivery locations are not specified, but the programme is focused on financial inclusion in the UK. The key qualification requirement is the demonstrated ability to produce robust, evidence-based analysis of technology developments, market needs and opportunities relevant to financially excluded or underserved consumers.
Buyer: FAIR4ALL FINANCE LIMITED. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 8 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £50k
- Bids close: 4 Nov 2026
- Location: Tower Hamlets
- Procedure: Below threshold - open competition
- Contract period: 14 Dec 2026 to 31 Mar 2027
- Category: Research and development services and related consultancy services (73000000)
From the official notice
The Government’s 2025 Financial Inclusion Strategy explicitly commits Fair4All Finance to testing innovative approaches to support financial inclusion in the UK. Aligned to these commitments, Fair4All Finance is developing a new, multi-year c£5 million Technology Fund (“the Fund”), expected to launch in early 2027. The Fund is designed to accelerate the development and adoption of innovative technology enabled solutions that have the potential to transform outcomes for financially underserved and excluded consumers. Fair4All Finance is seeking external support to help inform the design and prioritisation of the Technology Fund launching in 2027. We are looking for evidence-based analysis of relevant technology trends, market gaps, and priority themes.
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 4 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £50k.
Who can apply?
Any supplier that meets the buyer's requirements can apply. Check the official notice for conditions.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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