Award

GMCA 1664 Water Rescue PPE - Drysuits

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 1 release in its history.

Award

22 May 2026 at 15:36

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "GMCA 1664 Water Rescue PPE - Drysuits" was conducted by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority. It focuses on procuring water rescue personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintenance services to meet BS 8617:2019 standards, aiding the Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service and regional partners in the Northwest of England and Northern Ireland. This contract falls under the "Security, firefighting, police and defence equipment" category, with a direct award procurement method. The award stage has been reached, with the successful supplier being Ionic Rescue LTD. The contract, valued at GBP 277,651.50, commenced on 9 March 2026 and is set to conclude on 8 March 2028. The procurement was finalised through the Procurement Services Framework Y23046.

This tender presents growth opportunities for SMEs, particularly those specialising in safety and rescue equipment, allowing them to expand their presence in the public sector. With a focus on compliance with international standards, the contract showcases potential for businesses capable of providing high-quality safety gear and maintenance services. The collaboration not only benefits immediate regional partners such as the Cheshire, Cumbria, and Merseyside Fire and Rescue Services but also extends opportunities in a broader context, reaching the Isle of Man and Northern Ireland. This contract's structure and execution could serve as a model for similar future procurements, creating a pathway to sustained business growth and innovation in the industry.

Find more tenders on our Open Data Platform.
How relevant is this notice?

Notice Information

Notice Title

GMCA 1664 Water Rescue PPE - Drysuits

Notice Description

Water rescue PPE and maintenance to ensure continuity and compliance with BS 8617:2019 standards. The supply of Drysuits is critical for safe and effective water rescue operations for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service and Northwest Of England & Northern Ireland regional partners including: Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service. Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service. Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service. Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service. Route to market was a Direct Award via the Procurement Services Framework Y23046.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-63c1d417-68ef-449a-9529-3715c93de5dc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43f1f038-f759-4220-a9b8-54fddb43df0a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

CPV Codes

35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£277,651 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£277,651 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
9 Mar 2026 - 8 Mar 2028 2-3 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
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IONIC RESCUE

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

Download

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts. 

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-b5fd17-63c1d417-68ef-449a-9529-3715c93de5dc-2026-05-22T16:36:54+01:00",
    "date": "2026-05-22T16:36:54+01:00",
    "ocid": "ocds-b5fd17-63c1d417-68ef-449a-9529-3715c93de5dc",
    "language": "en",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "tender": {
        "id": "GMCA001-DN817137-21579068",
        "title": "GMCA 1664 Water Rescue PPE - Drysuits",
        "description": "Water rescue PPE and maintenance to ensure continuity and compliance with BS 8617:2019 standards. The supply of Drysuits is critical for safe and effective water rescue operations for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service and Northwest Of England & Northern Ireland regional partners including: Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service. Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service. Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service. Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service. Route to market was a Direct Award via the Procurement Services Framework Y23046.",
        "status": "complete",
        "classification": {
            "scheme": "CPV",
            "id": "35000000",
            "description": "Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment"
        },
        "items": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "deliveryAddresses": [
                    {
                        "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                    }
                ]
            }
        ],
        "value": {
            "amount": 277651.5,
            "currency": "GBP"
        },
        "procurementMethod": "direct",
        "procurementMethodDetails": "Direct award",
        "tenderPeriod": {
            "endDate": "2026-02-26T12:00:00Z"
        },
        "contractPeriod": {
            "startDate": "2026-03-09T00:00:00Z",
            "endDate": "2028-03-08T23:59:59Z"
        },
        "suitability": {
            "sme": true,
            "vcse": false
        },
        "mainProcurementCategory": "goods"
    },
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-CFS-170514",
            "name": "Greater Manchester Combined Authority",
            "identifier": {
                "legalName": "Greater Manchester Combined Authority"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "GMCA Offices, 1st Floor, Churchgate House, 56 Oxford Street",
                "locality": "Manchester",
                "postalCode": "M1 6EU",
                "countryName": "England"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "email": "procurement@manchesterfire.gov.uk",
                "telephone": "+44 0"
            },
            "details": {
                "url": "http://www.manchesterfire.gov.uk/"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ]
        },
        {
            "id": "GB-CFS-334960",
            "name": "Ionic Rescue LTD",
            "identifier": {
                "legalName": "Ionic Rescue LTD"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "Unit 5C Innovate At Earls Court, Earls Gate Business Park, Grangemouth, FK3 8ZE"
            },
            "details": {
                "scale": "sme",
                "vcse": false
            },
            "roles": [
                "supplier"
            ]
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-CFS-170514",
        "name": "Greater Manchester Combined Authority"
    },
    "awards": [
        {
            "id": "ocds-b5fd17-63c1d417-68ef-449a-9529-3715c93de5dc-1",
            "status": "active",
            "date": "2026-03-05T00:00:00Z",
            "datePublished": "2026-05-22T16:36:54+01:00",
            "value": {
                "amount": 277651.5,
                "currency": "GBP"
            },
            "suppliers": [
                {
                    "id": "GB-CFS-334960",
                    "name": "Ionic Rescue LTD"
                }
            ],
            "contractPeriod": {
                "startDate": "2026-03-09T00:00:00Z",
                "endDate": "2028-03-08T23:59:59Z"
            },
            "documents": [
                {
                    "id": "1",
                    "documentType": "awardNotice",
                    "description": "Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder",
                    "url": "https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43f1f038-f759-4220-a9b8-54fddb43df0a",
                    "datePublished": "2026-05-22T16:36:54+01:00",
                    "format": "text/html",
                    "language": "en"
                }
            ]
        }
    ]
}