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CRMS for GMFRS

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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24 Jan 2025 at 15:21

Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has awarded a contract for the Community Risk Management Solution (CRMS) for the Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS). The contract, valued at £213,759, has been awarded to Active Informatics Ltd. The procurement relates to the support and maintenance of the CRMS, which falls under the industry category of software packages and information systems (CPV 48000000). The procurement method used was a direct award. The contract period will commence on 1st April 2025 and end on 31st March 2026. The procurement is at the Award stage, with the contract award being announced on 24th January 2025. The buying organisation, Greater Manchester Combined Authority, is located in Manchester, England (postal code M1 6EU).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in software support and maintenance services, particularly those with expertise in risk management solutions. The direct award method indicates a preference for businesses with a proven track record and specific capabilities, making it an excellent opportunity for established SMEs in the software services sector. The contract's support and maintenance focus could provide a steady revenue stream over the one-year period, promoting business growth and stability. Businesses that can demonstrate efficiency, reliability, and a strong understanding of community-focused software solutions would be well-suited to compete in this type of procurement process.

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Notice Title

CRMS for GMFRS

Notice Description

This contract relates to GMFRS's Community Risk Management Solution (CRMS). The solution was developed by a third-party, Active Informatics, and the contract provides support and maintenance services for the solution.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-936f634f-74c9-44f7-aeb5-8e446881d481
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0657954a-cd3a-471b-9d99-190bbf49675d
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
£46,998 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£213,759 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jan 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

ACTIVE INFORMATICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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