Planning

IT Hardware and Associated Services

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Planning

25 Apr 2025 at 17:17

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for "IT Hardware and Associated Services." This initiative, primarily managed by the Greater Manchester Police, focuses on refreshing desktop and laptop equipment along with related software and ancillary services. The planned procurement, identified as contract A1168, targets the IT equipment sector and will serve the Greater Manchester area. The procurement stage is set to commence in the third quarter of the 2025/2026 financial year, with the delivery of goods anticipated from 21st April 2026 onwards. The contract may extend up to 2030 and includes potential use of existing frameworks or tender processes, under the regulations of either the 2015 or 2023 Procurement Act. Interested parties have until the notice date of 1st December 2025 to prepare for future announcements.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in IT hardware, software solutions, and assistive technology. Companies that can supply and manage large volumes of computer-related equipment, as classified under CPV code 30230000, will find this contract particularly pertinent. Organisations with expertise in staging progressive hardware rollouts and servicing end-of-life technology products will be well-suited to compete. The procurement is expected to not only provide business growth opportunities through direct sales but also enhance partnerships with the Greater Manchester Police's broader network, accessible via the Bluelight eTendering system, Sell2Bluelight. Businesses should ensure they are registered with this platform to effectively participate in upcoming tender submissions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IT Hardware and Associated Services

Notice Description

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) is intending to procure a contract for IT Hardware and Associated Services, A1168. The contract will provide a refresh of desktop and laptop equipment and the provision of associated software and ancillaries. It may also be used to refresh specific items of hardware that are end of life during the term of the contract including the ability to procure Assistive Technology. GMP is anticipating that it will refresh the laptop estate from 2026 onward, the refresh is expected to take a progressive rollout approach. Delivery of goods is likely to be across the whole of Greater Manchester. It is anticipated that the procurement process will commence in quarter 3 of the 2025/2026 financial year. GMP is currently consider options with respect to using an existing framework (under either the 2015 or 2023 Procurement Act regulations) or a tender. This will be confirmed following a review of the market and our requirements. Any tender/business opportunities for Greater Manchester Police are advertised on our 'Bluelight' Emergency Services eTendering system, Sell2Bluelight, which is also used by other Bluelight organisations. A new guidance document for Suppliers using Sell2Bluelight (In-Tend) has been created and is available via the below link. This guide will help with registration, how to view and submit tenders, and deal with correspondence. https://bluelightcommercial.police.uk/media/2284/sell2bluelight-in-tend-full-supplier-guide.pdf Whilst the Contracting Authority is the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, this contract will be tendered and managed by the Greater Manchester Police. Should you require any further information on this contract please email procurement@gmp.police.uk and include A1168 IT Hardware and Associated Services in the header.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0507f6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017160-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

CPV Codes

30230000 - Computer-related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Apr 2026 - 20 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Mark Rawlinson
Contact Email
procurement@gmp.police.uk
Contact Phone
01618561140

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
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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