Fit To Bid
UK Government
What it funds
Fully-funded workshops and 1:1 advice to help businesses successfully bid for contracts with Tier 1 suppliers.
How to apply
Apply via the scheme website: https://fittobid.co.uk/
Last checked against the official source: 3 Jul 2026. Scheme parameters are set by the funder and can change — verify before applying, or let us do it for you.
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