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GMCA 1088 GM Mayor's Transport Commissioner

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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25 Nov 2024 at 13:15

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Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) has concluded a direct award procurement process for the "GMCA 1088 GM Mayor's Transport Commissioner" contract, classified under the Business and Management Consultancy and Related Services industry (CPV 79400000). The contract, valued at £360,000, involves VE Advisory Services Limited providing advisory services to support the Mayor and leaders in delivering the Bee Network and other major transport initiatives in Greater Manchester. This procurement, which is a services category, will be carried out primarily in England, with a contract period starting from 1 August 2024 and ending on 30 April 2028. The award was published on 25 November 2024.

This tender offers significant opportunities for growth, particularly for SMEs specialising in business consultancy and transport advisory services. Businesses that have expertise in integrated transport systems and collaboration with multiple stakeholders, including local authorities and transport operators, will find this contract particularly fitting. Engaging in this procurement can enhance a company’s portfolio by working with a prominent public authority on high-impact projects aimed at transforming Greater Manchester’s transport infrastructure.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GMCA 1088 GM Mayor's Transport Commissioner

Notice Description

VE Advisory will: - Advise the Mayor and Leaders on the delivery of the Bee Network - an integrated transport system bringing together bus, tram, rail and highways networks - and other major transport developments affecting Greater Manchester (e.g. major rail projects). - Work collaboratively across all operational and policy areas with the Combined Authority, Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM), the 10 local authorities and delivery partners such as the Department for Transport, local transport operators, Great British Railways, Network Rail and National Highways. - Advise the Mayor on the delivery of Transport for Greater Manchester's (TfGM) capital programme under Greater Manchester's City Region Sustainable Transport Settlements and other funding sources. - Support the Mayor's and TfGM's engagement with HM Government in making the case for the necessary powers and resources to deliver the Bee Network on a sustainable basis.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-db226ae1-d1fb-4294-a050-ab48efeb6b9b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70c5b264-a63d-4504-86ca-52945d274f45
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2024 - 30 Apr 2028 3-4 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
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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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), 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

VE ADVISORY SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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