The document summarizes the application process for Round One of the Regional Growth Fund in England. It outlines that the £1.4 billion fund will be allocated through a competitive bidding process, with the first round closing on January 21st and subsequent rounds held. Bids will be evaluated based on their potential to encourage private sector growth and job creation, particularly in areas dependent on the public sector. To be successful, bids must demonstrate how they meet the fund's objectives, consider five assessment criteria, and offer value for money through leveraging private funding and local economic fit. A strong bid will be evidence-based, realistic, and brief while clearly meeting the stated goals.