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Multi Functional Devices - MFD provision and Support

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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28 Apr 2025 at 16:20

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority, acting as the contracting authority, is in the planning stage for procuring a contract titled "Multi Functional Devices - MFD provision and Support." This procurement falls under the 'goods' industry category and is expected to service locations across the Greater Manchester area (region UKD3), specifically addressing the needs of the Greater Manchester Police. The procurement process, anticipated to initiate in Q4 of the 2025/26 financial year, will result in supplying and supporting multi-functional devices, with a detailed contract period between 1st July 2026 and 30th June 2029, extendable to 30th June 2031. The procurement method is yet to be decided between an existing framework or a tender, and a future notice is expected by 5th January 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in photocopying, thermocopying equipment, and computer supplies, classified under relevant CPV codes 30121000 and 30200000. As the procurement process offers accessibility to SMEs, it provides growth potential for small and medium-sized enterprises able to supply multi-functional devices that align with the requirements of Greater Manchester Police. Interested businesses can prepare for this tender by familiarising themselves with the 'Bluelight' Emergency Services eTendering system, ensuring readiness to respond effectively once the tender details are finalised.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Multi Functional Devices - MFD provision and Support

Notice Description

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) is intending to procure a contract for the provision and support of a multi functional device (MFD) estate. The contract will supply a new set of printers and Multi-Function Devices either purchased or leased by GMP (finance model to be confirmed). This will be across a variety of locations across the Greater Manchester Estate. It is anticipated that the procurement process will commence in quarter Q4 of the 2025/26 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 A1170 Multi Functional Devices - MFD provision and Support in the header.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0508b6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017434-2025
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
SME
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

30121000 - Photocopying and thermocopying equipment

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 Jan 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 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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