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GMCA 1296 The Music License

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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27 May 2025 at 15:17

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "GMCA 1296 The Music License" has been carried out by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority. The contract involves providing a music licence for various service locations such as Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service stations, Bury Training and Safety Centre, Leigh Technical Services, and Fire Service Headquarters. This contract falls under the industry category of radio, television, communication, telecommunication, and related equipment, classified as CPV 32000000, and is located in England, United Kingdom. The procurement process was completed through a direct award method, with the contract period starting on 23rd August 2024 and ending on 22nd August 2025. The tender was classified under the "services" category and has a total contract value of GBP 40,936.91. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 22nd August 2024 and the award's active status commencing the same day.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the music licensing and communications industry, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) since it supports SME participation, although not voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE). Firms with experience in providing communication and telecommunication equipment and services will find this contract particularly advantageous for expanding their business in the public sector. The contract with PPL PRS LIMITED demonstrates that entities capable of delivering specialised music licensing services in designated public sector environments could secure substantial growth and future opportunities through effective service delivery and robust engagement with public purchasing authorities like the Greater Manchester Combined Authority.

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Notice Title

GMCA 1296 The Music License

Notice Description

Music license for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service stations, plus Bury Training and Safety Centre, Leigh Technical Services and Fire Service Headquarters

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3c3c352-e03d-4b6a-ac67-eff51ca67beb
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

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment


CPV Codes

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,936 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£40,936 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
22 Aug 2024 - 22 Aug 2025 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
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

PPL PRS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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