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GMCA 1399 Chemdata Licenses

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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09 Apr 2025 at 12:41

Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has completed the procurement process for the project titled "GMCA 1399 Chemdata Licenses". This tender, classified under the industry category of software packages and information systems (CPV code 48000000), involves the provision of 175 Chemdata software licenses compatible with various operating systems including Microsoft Windows, IOS, and Android. Ricardo-AEA Ltd has been awarded the contract, valued at GBP 26,980, starting from 1st April 2025 and ending on 31st March 2026. The procurement was conducted through a direct award method, with the tender period having concluded on 7th February 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses operating within the software solutions and information systems sector. Specifically, it is well-suited for SMEs looking to expand their client base by providing essential software tools that enhance the efficiency and safety of chemical incident responses. Businesses that can deliver reliable, interactive databases and support diverse operating systems could greatly benefit from such contracts. Engaging in these procurement opportunities can foster business growth and strengthen market presence in the public sector.

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Notice Title

GMCA 1399 Chemdata Licenses

Notice Description

175 Chemdata software licenses. These are for a range of operating systems: Microsoft Windows; IOS and Android. Chemdata is a reliable and interactive chemical hazard database that equips those responding to a chemical incident with critical, relevant and proportionate information to help them stay safe and respond efficiently.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-18596c7e-63f0-4e8c-9937-804f44929f71
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcc4c060-0573-4939-8c66-4843ff8fabb1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£26,980 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£26,980 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 6EU
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RICARDO-AEA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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