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GMCA 1086 GM Digital Improvement Programme

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

16 Apr 2025 at 15:35

TenderUpdate

04 Jul 2024 at 11:50

TenderUpdate

28 Jun 2024 at 09:43

TenderUpdate

24 Jun 2024 at 11:59

Tender

05 Jun 2024 at 16:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) has completed the "GM Digital Improvement Programme" procurement process, focusing on the IT services industry category. This project, coded DN727198, involved three lots: Mendix Platform and Associated Services, Strategic Software Developer Partner, and Strategic Infrastructure Partner, covering consulting, software development, internet, and support. The procurement method used was a standard open procedure. Awards were made on 20th August 2024 for the first two lots and 25th October 2024 for the third lot. Significant dates in the tendering process included several deadline extensions, ensuring ample submission opportunities.

This procurement process offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the IT services sector. With a focus on building strategic partnerships over multiple years, the awarded contracts aim to enhance digital services, platforms, and infrastructure, providing consistent and long-term collaboration with GMCA. Businesses adept in software development, infrastructure management, and digital consulting would be well-suited for such engagements. The strategic nature of this programme promotes growth through partnerships aiming to drive efficiencies and technological advancements within Greater Manchester's digital landscape.

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Notice Title

GMCA 1086 GM Digital Improvement Programme

Notice Description

Lot 1 - Mendix Platform and Associated Services (Contract will be referenced 1086.1) Lot 2 - Strategic Software Developer Partner (Contract will be referenced 1086.2) Lot 3 - Strategic Infrastructure Partner (Contract will be referenced 1086.3)

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Mendix Platform and Associated Services (Contract will be referenced 1086.1)

Lot 1 - Mendix Platform and Associated Services (Contract will be referenced 1086.1)

Renewal: 2 Year Extension Provision

Lot 2

Lot 2 - Strategic Software Developer Partner (Contract will be referenced 1086.2)

Renewal: 2 Year Extension provision

Lot 3

Lot 3 - Strategic Infrastructure Partner (Contract will be referenced 1086.3)

Renewal: 2 Year Contract Extension Provision

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-046dc6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015675-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,100,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£7,800,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Mr Farooq Rashid
Contact Email
farooq.rashid@greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1617787000

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
2
Supplier Names

ACCENTURE (UK

ANS GROUP

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