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GMCA 1279 Temporary Fire Station Whitefield (Modular)

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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19 Feb 2026 at 15:39

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Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) has completed the award stage of a procurement process for the project titled "GMCA 1279 Temporary Fire Station Whitefield (Modular)." This contract, under the industry category of modular and portable buildings, involves the design, delivery, and installation of modular units conforming to ISO9001 standards, providing 60-minute structural fire resistance. The project location is in England, United Kingdom, with Premier Modular selected as the supplier. The tender was executed using a direct award under the NHS framework Modular Building Lot 2, focusing on bespoke modular buildings for hire. The contract period starts on 14th October 2024 and ends on 27th March 2025, with the award being active as of 13th October 2024.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in modular construction and pre-fabricated structures, particularly those with expertise in designing and installing fire-resistant buildings. SMEs can benefit from this opportunity, enabling growth by engaging in high-value contracts such as this, valued at £120,123. Large businesses may also find this contract appealing due to the complex logistics and assembly involving a 130-tonne crane. Given GMCA's role as a buyer in public procurement, companies that align with their rigorous standards will find success in similar future projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GMCA 1279 Temporary Fire Station Whitefield (Modular)

Notice Description

The scope includes the design, delivery, and installation of modular units manufactured to ISO9001 standards, offering a 60-minute structural fire resistance. The pre-construction phase includes the submission of all required drawings and specifications for approval. Installation on-site will involve delivery, offloading, siting, sealing, and bay-to-bay connections, using a 130-tonne crane for assembly. Direct award under NHS framework Modular Building Lot 2 - Bespoke Modular Buildings for Hire

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ef5115cd-715f-4247-8408-86ae0d42b18a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f449a8a-e912-4cb0-a162-451e55d5b6ab
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44211100 - Modular and portable buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,123 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£120,123 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
12 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
13 Oct 2024 - 27 Mar 2025 1-6 months
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

PREMIER MODULAR

Further Information

Notice Documents

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