- Value
- £3.9m
- Stage
- Early notice
- Where
- West Midlands
- Lots
- 1
- Suitable for SMEs
- Not stated
- Contract
- 17 May 2027 – 31 Mar 2029
In plain English
West Midlands Combined Authority is setting up the WM Catalyst Fund, worth £3,860,000, to support creative industry hubs and creative businesses across the West Midlands as part of the Creative Places Growth Fund. The contract covers fund and portfolio management, financial consultancy and project-management services, running from 17 May 2027 to 31 March 2029.
Good fit for: Corporate finance, venture capital or fund management firms with experience supporting creative industries or economic growth programmes.
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What the buyer says
The Creative Industries are a priority growth sector within both the UK’s Industrial Strategy and the West Midlands Growth Plan. The region has significant strengths in areas such as screen industries, gaming, CreaTech, design and fashion, with the potential to drive further economic growth, investment and job creation in these key growth sectors. The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is developing the Catalyst Fund as part of the Creative Places Growth Fund, with the goal of supporting the strengthening of a limited number of specialist creative hubs and supporting the diverse diaspora of creatives across the region.
Procedure: Competitive flexible procedure (Flexible: the buyer sets the stages, often a shortlist first, then bids). Published 8 Oct 2026.
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