Planning

Utilities - Gas and Electric

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Planning

12 May 2025 at 15:55

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority is planning a procurement process for utilities, focusing on gas and electricity services for Greater Manchester Police (GMP). The contract falls under the 'goods' category within the utilities special regime and is associated with the CPV codes for gaseous fuels and electricity. This procurement is at the planning stage, with the process expected to initiate in the third quarter of the 2025/2026 financial year. The contract period is planned from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029, with engagement opportunities anticipated to begin on 12th January 2026. The procurement is part of the Police Efficiency and Collaboration Programme and involves a review by Bluelight Commercial.

Businesses involved in the supply or management of utilities, particularly those experienced with public authority contracts, will find this procurement opportunity conducive for growth. Companies proficient in energy supplies and those familiar with the Crown Commercial Services framework might gain a competitive edge. The procurement process will involve market engagement, making it ideal for businesses looking to expand their reach within public sector contracting. Participation through the 'Bluelight' Emergency Services eTendering system, Sell2Bluelight, is encouraged, providing a streamlined approach for businesses to compete in this key industry segment.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Utilities - Gas and Electric

Notice Description

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) is intending to procure a contract for Utilities - Gas and Electric, A1173. The contract will provide the gas and electricity services required across the GMP estate. As utility contracts tend to have specific dates by which to stay "as is" or register for a new scheme with the same provider, GMP periodically reviews the current contract and available alternatives. The current contract uses a Crown Commercial Services framework for the purchase of gas and electricity, namely the V30 plan. Any new contract will need to allow for the advance purchases that are made through this plan. As part of the Police Efficiency and Collaboration Programme, Bluelight Commercial (BLC) are currently looking at the category of utility contracts. GMP will consider the outputs of the BLC review as part of its decision making process. It is anticipated that the procurement process, including any appropriate market engagement, will commence in quarter 3 of the 2025/2026 financial year. As a general point of information, 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 in the header.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051164
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020633-2025
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

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

CPV Codes

09120000 - Gaseous fuels

09310000 - Electricity

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
12 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 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
Alison Harper
Contact Email
procurement@gmp.police.uk
Contact Phone
+441618561140

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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