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GMCA 1481 GM Academy - Options and Deep Discovery

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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29 Jul 2025 at 11:48

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14 Jul 2025 at 13:03

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, titled "GMCA 1481 GM Academy - Options and Deep Discovery," was a direct award tender aimed at acquiring consultancy services for the development of the GM Academy. This process falls under the industry category of Research and Development services and related consultancy. The contract, valued at £130,000, covers regions across the United Kingdom, including North East, North West, and London, among others. The procurement stage is complete, with the tender period having ended on 22 June 2025 and the contract period running from 23 June 2025 to 26 September 2025. Ernst & Young LLP was awarded the contract through a direct award method, signifying a swift and uncomplicated procurement process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in consultancy and development services. The focus on developing the GM Academy implies potential collaboration with educational or skill development sectors, offering a lucrative avenue for growth in these industries. Organisations such as SMEs and VCSEs are considered suitable for such contracts, reflecting the Greater Manchester Combined Authority's inclusive approach to procurement. Businesses looking to expand in the consultancy domain, especially those with experience in large-scale development projects, would find this tender well-aligned with their goals, as it leverages the broad geographical scope and substantial contract value.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GMCA 1481 GM Academy - Options and Deep Discovery

Notice Description

Provision of consultancy services to support the development of the GM Academy across three sprints of work.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-36a4ed60-149f-459a-854b-dc95b065ecd3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e00049b-d873-4b04-a795-00bbbf8d3222
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£130,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£208,945 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
22 Jun 2025 - 26 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ERNST & YOUNG

Further Information

Notice Documents

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