Award

A1180

GREATER MANCHESTER POLICE

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Award

05 Feb 2026 at 19:39

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Greater Manchester Police, entitled "SQL Server Monitoring Software" with reference "A1180", has concluded with an award. The procurement falls under the industry category of software package and information systems (CPV code: 48000000) and was conducted in the North West region of the United Kingdom. This award was part of a competitive quotation process, classified as 'limited' and detailed as a below-threshold competitive quote process. The procurement sequence has now reached the 'award' stage, with the contract to commence on 31st March 2025 and conclude on 30th March 2027. The awarded amount for this procurement is GBP 32,000, benefiting the supplier, Red Gate Software Limited. The award was published on 5th February 2026, following its active status on 24th March 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in software development and IT services. The contract's focus on SQL infrastructure monitoring aligns well with technology firms skilled in software solutions for performance management and alert systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are specifically deemed suitable for such procurements due to the tailored scope and competitive quotation nature of the process. Engaging in contracts like these could provide businesses with substantial growth potential and a foothold in public sector projects, enhancing their portfolio and capacity for future government contracts.

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Notice Title

A1180

Notice Description

Software to monitor performance and provide alerts on SQL infrastructure. Awarded through a 3 quote process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c2372a4f-870f-4c94-8103-b40f9b79b6bc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12448cbf-01ac-4487-bb38-e9e1e944c464
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
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
£32,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£32,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2025 - 30 Mar 2027 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 POLICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M40 5BP
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
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Harpurhey
Westminster Constituency
Blackley and Middleton South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RED GATE SOFTWARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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