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Innovation Partnership

This term is no longer in use under the Procurement Act 2023 regime (from 24 February 2025). See the current equivalent: Competitive Flexible Procedure.

Quick answer

Innovation partnership is legacy. Structure phased R&D competitions under CFP or consider SBRI.

Last updated: 18 May 2026

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Common questions

What is Innovation Partnership?

An innovation partnership was a PCR 2015 procedure for developing innovative products/services through R&D phases. Similar outcomes can be structured under the CFP.

Is this still current after February 2025?

No. Legacy term.

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