Call for application – Survey for companies to participate in the United Kingdom Trade Partnerships Programme (UKTP) in Nigeria
This survey aims to identify and evaluate potential beneficiary companies for participation in the United Kingdom Trade Partnerships Programme (UKTP) in Nigeria
The project focuses on enhancing the competitiveness and market access of Nigerian businesses in regional and international trade, with an emphasis on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
UKTP is implemented by the International Trade Centre, an agency of the United Nations and World Trade Organization and is funded by the Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
UKTP provides funded capacity building and trade promotion activities to support SMEs to trade internationally. For more information about what we do see United Kingdom Trade Partnerships Programme (UKTP) | ITC
UKTP will start implementationin Nigeria from September 2025 and offers several benefits to beneficiary companies. Initiatives can include:
1. Capacity building and improved business practices
- Support for meeting international quality standards and regulatory requirements, enhancing export readiness.
- Assistance with supply chain management, packaging, labelling, and marketing to align with market demands.
2. Market linkages
- Facilitation of connections with international buyers, distributors, and other partners.
- Participation in regional and/or European trade fairs and B2B events to explore business opportunities.
3. Diversification of exports
- Assistance in expanding product offerings and reaching new sectors in international markets.
- Promotion of niche or high-value products, boosting revenue potential.
4. Increased visibility
- Marketing and branding support to increase international recognition of beneficiary companies and their products.
5. Contribution to sustainable development
- Integration of sustainability into business practices, aligning with UKTP’s goals to promote inclusivity and growth.
6. Resilience against market changes
- Diversified export markets reduce dependency on a single region, providing economic resilience against regional market fluctuations.
By leveraging these benefits, companies can improve their competitiveness in international markets and contribute to broader socio-economic development in Nigeria. The programme is commencing with a focus on agriculture, processed foods and agri-tech startups.
Eligibility criteria:
- The company is registered in Nigeria.
- The company operates in the agricultural or processed food sectors.
- The company is a small, and medium-sized enterprise (SMEs) with growth potential.
- The company has products with clear export potential or a track record of international trade.
This survey will assess companies’ current capabilities, challenges, and potential for growth. Your responses will remain confidential and will be used solely for the purpose of beneficiary selection and project planning. Unsuccessful applications including any personal information will be deleted by 31 March 2026.
Please submit your responses by 15/09/2025. The survey will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. Only shortlisted companies will be contacted by 21/09/2025 and invited for an interview and or site visit. If you have any questions, contact reke-metoho@intracen.org
link: https://surveys.intracen.org/response/G2tIYnZcRwUKZFVyUVByS0d1e3g
