Frequently asked questions
- 1.Supplier:How can I find out about business opportunities in my borough?Opportunities are brokered by the supplier development team in partnership with our buyer development team. When business opportunities that suit your company arise your local supplier development officer will be in touch.
- 2.Supplier:How can I access the business support outlined in this brochure?Please contact us or you can access individual team members’ contact details on Our Team page.
- 3.Supplier:Can I access these services if I am not in one of the 10 Thames Gateway boroughs?This project is limited to the boroughs listed under 'What we do'. Businesses outside of these areas can find their local business support agency by contacting Business Link: www.businesslink.gov.uk
- 4.Supplier:How soon can I expect a contract opportunity once I have registered?This depends on our buyers’ needs. We will contact you as soon as we have an opportunity that is in line with your business
- 5.Supplier:How do I ensure my business is put forward for contracts?Your relationship with your local supplier development officer is key. Regular communication about your business and updates to your profile is essential to ensure we have the most up to date information.
- 6.Supplier:What type of contracts can I expect?We cover a wide range of supplier opportunities across all industry sectors which range from small one off contracts to large and ongoing business.
- 7.Supplier:How do I get my business onto the supplier database?Your local supplier development officer can meet with you to personally register your business. Please contact us to make an appointment or you can find contact details for your local supplier development officer on our team page
- 8.Supplier:Can I access Olympic contract opportunities?There are currently many opportunities surrounding the Olympics. At ELBP we work in partnership with CompeteFor, the chosen site for 2012 opportunities. To ensure your business is registered and fit to supply visit www.competefor.com
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How we've helped
Interested in how we can help you and your business?
Take a look at our case studies to see how we have helped other businesses.
Take a look at our case studies to see how we have helped other businesses.
