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GMCA 577b Rest Facilities and Associated Works

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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04 Dec 2025 at 09:52

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "GMCA 577b Rest Facilities and Associated Works" has reached the award stage, with the contract having commenced on 22nd September 2025 and scheduled to conclude on 30th November 2026. The contract, managed by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, involves the construction of modern rest facilities at 27 operational fire stations within the United Kingdom. The procurement method used was a restricted procedure, aligning with the construction work industry category, valued at £3,065,447.04. While the tender status is complete, the awarded contract involves multiple suppliers including HH Smith & Sons Co. Ltd and Parr Group.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses particularly in the construction sector, with a focus on small to medium enterprises (SMEs). The project involves providing a specialised service, suitable for construction firms with capabilities in delivering bespoke facilities tailored to specific standards. Businesses experienced in collaborative projects involving multiple stakeholders, large-scale construction, and adapting to varying needs across multiple sites will find competitive advantages in this procurement process. The location within Greater Manchester further offers firms a chance to expand their geographical footprint within England, fostering growth and establishing robust networks in the regional construction industry.

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Notice Title

GMCA 577b Rest Facilities and Associated Works

Notice Description

Delivery of modern, fit-for-purpose rest facilities at 27 operational fire stations. There is a standard rule that one pump stations require 5 beds, and two pump stations require 8, however this may vary depending on each stations specific needs. The scale of works may also vary depending on the standard and scale of the station's current provision.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-91ef6ebe-f690-46a6-874c-e1800b051438
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d4e9feb-33ed-4f45-909d-e7c86de3e6a3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,065,447 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,065,447 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
21 Sep 2025 - 30 Nov 2026 1-2 years
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
2
Supplier Names

HH SMITH & SONS

PARR GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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