Award

GMCA 1067 For the provision of Firefighter End Point Assessment

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

19 Mar 2026 at 14:42

Award Notice
Award

14 Feb 2025 at 09:53

Award Notice
Tender

04 Nov 2024 at 11:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority is seeking to engage a provider for Firefighter End Point Assessments on behalf of the Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service. This procurement process falls under the adult and other education services category, specifically focusing on training services. The tender, now at the award stage, utilised an open procurement method and involves delivery across multiple regions within the United Kingdom. The contracting period is set from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2030, with periodic assessments expected throughout the term. The initial tender notice was published on 4th November 2024, and the contract award was confirmed on 19th March 2026. The contract is valued at approximately £731,733.333, reflecting the most recent award details. The tender period concluded on 4th December 2024, marking the transition into the next stages.

This contract presents robust opportunities for business growth, particularly for organisations specialising in educational and training services. With the assessment services being periodically required over the contract lifespan, SMEs with experience in end point assessments and apprenticeship frameworks will find this contract appealing. The open procurement procedure supported participation from smaller enterprises, reinforcing community involvement and development. By engaging with an established public service buyer like the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, businesses stand to gain significant exposure and experience in delivering critical assessment services for apprentices transitioning into professional roles. Delivery across various UK regions broadens the operational scope, allowing these businesses to expand their influence and market reach.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GMCA 1067 For the provision of Firefighter End Point Assessment

Notice Description

Greater Manchester Combined Authority on behalf of Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service is looking to procure an End Point Assessment Organisation for the delivery of Operational Firefighter End Point Assessment.\r \r As an employer-provider, we deliver the L3 Operational Firefighter apprenticeship. Each Apprentice is required to take an end point assessment to complete their apprenticeship. Approximately 254 apprentices are expected to go to end point assessment during the life of the 3-year contract, with end point assessments due approximately every 4/5 months.\r \r For further information, visit The Chest at https://procontract.due-north.com/Opportunities/Index?resetFilter=True&applyFilter=True&p=e0cc5631-4690-e511-80fb-000c29c9ba21&v=1

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af0aab65-3d2a-43c6-97a2-587c4f5fba12
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80400000 - Adult and other education services

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£711,200 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,536,066 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2030 Over 5 years
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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

THE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRUST

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