The bank said it would consider applications from firms from all sectors that are planning to compete for official contracts worth £1bn that are still to be awarded.
Lloyds Banking Group has earmarked £1 billion loan funding to help firms exploit business opportunities connected with the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, which could help small firms break into the lucrative market.
The bank said it would consider applications from firms from all sectors that are planning to compete for official contracts worth £1bn that are still to be awarded.