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New user interface feature: Country collections
Users can now create their own groups of countries in Open Opportunities. If you’re responsible for selling into a specific market, whether that’s EMEA or DACH or the Nordics it can be bothersome to have to enter all of those countries multiple times. Now users can save any list of countries into a ‘collection’ for […]
UK Cyber Security Investment: £100M for Contractors 2025
The UK announces a £100 million cybersecurity investment for national security institutions in the 2025 Spending Review – creating immediate cybersecurity investment opportunities for contractors and technology suppliers. Ready to transform your…
Does your service have ALL the tender opportunities?
If you’re using local tender portals, you’re missing a crucial piece of the puzzle. You could be using an official government source (e.g. Find A Tender in the UK or Sam.gov in…
Cybersecurity Funding Canada 2025: Government Opportunities for Tech Companies
Canada’s cybersecurity funding program offers $10.3 million for tech companies developing cybersecurity innovation. What is cybersecurity funding in Canada? Canada’s cybersecurity funding through the 2025 Cyber Security Cooperation Program (CSCP) provides $10.3…
How to Read Government Buying Signals 6 Months Before RFP Release
Government buyers across jurisdictions don’t wake up one morning and decide to issue a tender. International procurement cycles follow predictable patterns, and the public procurement data exists to decode them – if…
UK Defence Innovation Fund: £400m for Military Tech Suppliers
The UK has formally launched UK Defence Innovation (UKDI) with £400 million ringfenced within the Ministry of Defence (MOD) budget, designed to streamline the delivery of innovative technology to Armed Forces personnel.…
Completing Our Two-Year Knowledge Transfer Partnership with London Metropolitan University
As we mark the completion of our two-year Knowledge Transfer Partnership with London Metropolitan University today, we’re taking time to reflect on what has been a rewarding journey of academic-industry collaboration. This…
Asian Governments Spent Big in June: Here’s What Exporters Need to Know
The numbers are staggering. We’ve analysed the June tenders in Asian government spending to give exporters and sales teams the intelligence they need to win more contracts. This data reveals exactly where…
New German Digital Ministry Consolidates 6 Divided Responsibilities
Germany’s new Federal Ministry for Digital and State Modernisation (BMDS) has launched with clear AI policy priorities, consolidating digital procurement across six government departments. This policy-driven approach creates significant coordinated tech procurement…
Canada Launches $25M Digital Health Fund for SME Innovation
How to Access Canadian Healthcare Funds The Terry Fox Research Institute launched a $25-million Digital Health Innovation Fund to fuel Canadian private and public sector breakthroughs focused, initially, on precision medicine for…
EU’s €1.3B Digital Investment: New Software Opportunities
The EU Commission has allocated €1.3 billion for critical technology deployment across Europe, creating contract opportunities for software and digital service providers. Sales leaders and business development teams in the technology sector…
300+ US Tenders Monthly: New Sources for Bid Success
Building on our March announcement of 126 new data sources, we’re excited to unveil our latest expansion of US procurement coverage. Our tender and contract global search platform now delivers more than…
AdvaMed’s Policy Roadmap Unlocks Global Sales Potential
AdvaMed has released its “AI Policy Roadmap” to guide US lawmakers on regulating AI-enabled medical technologies. This development signals substantial commercial opportunities for global healthcare technology sales teams, as regulatory clarity in…
UNFPA Launches Equalizer Challenge: New Funds for Women’s Health Innovation
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has launched The Equalizer Challenge: Scaling Women’s Health Innovations, providing catalytic funding alongside a six-month development programme specifically for women-led healthcare enterprises. This initiative creates potential…
How to win government contracts and tenders in Kazakhstan
Strategies for Securing Government Contracts in Kazakhstan: A Comprehensive Guide Kazakhstan’s public procurement landscape has evolved significantly in recent years, integrating digital platforms and aligning national priorities with international standards. For companies—particularly…
Germany’s New Digital Ministry: Tech Opportunities in 2025
Germany’s coalition government has announced plans to establish a Federal Ministry for Digital Affairs, signalling a fundamental restructuring of the country’s digital policy framework. This development creates significant opportunities for technology vendors…
How to win government contracts in Colombia
Comprehensive Guide to Securing Government Contracts in Colombia: Trade Frameworks and Regulatory Requirements Colombia’s public procurement market offers substantial opportunities for both domestic and international businesses, representing approximately 10–13% of national GDP.…
How to win government contracts in Germany
Understanding Germany’s €500 Billion Public Procurement System Germany’s public procurement system offers substantial opportunities for businesses seeking stable partnerships in sectors such as infrastructure, energy, healthcare, and technological innovation. With annual contract…
Asia Pacific Drives 50%+ of Global Tech Spending Growth
The APAC tech market is where the money’s flowing in 2025. The region will drive more than half of a 1.7ppt nominal growth acceleration in global US$-measured tech spending in 2025 based…
Sell to the USA: We Have Added 126 New Sources
Breaking into the American market is a goal for many businesses, and we’ve got exciting news that could help you achieve just that. We’ve recently added 126 new data sources, opening up…
Colombia: The $2 Billion Of Tech Tenders You’re Missing
The 2025 Colombian technology landscape represents Latin America’s most promising tech hub, creating opportunities for strategic sales professionals. The sector now accounts for 3.0% of national GDP with sales reaching USD 2.17…
