Planning

GMCA 1453 Water Rescue PPE

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Planning

23 May 2025 at 15:14

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority is in the planning stage of a public procurement process, titled "GMCA 1453 Water Rescue PPE." This initiative aims to secure a supplier for personal protective equipment and maintenance services, specifically designed for water rescues, on behalf of the Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service. The tender falls within the protective and safety clothing industry category and is classified under goods procurement. It is anticipated to be a collaborative procurement alongside other North West contracting authorities, although specific details are yet to be determined. The procurement is scheduled to commence with a contract period starting on the 1st of March, 2026, and concluding on the 29th of February, 2028. Interested suppliers are advised to note the future notice date set for the 29th of September, 2025, which may provide further clarification on the tender process.

This procurement offers potential growth opportunities for businesses specialising in manufacturing protective and safety clothing, particularly those with expertise in water rescue equipment. Suppliers capable of delivering high-quality PPE and consistent maintenance services are well-positioned to compete in this tender. With the Greater Manchester Combined Authority leading the purchase, and collaboration anticipated across multiple regional authorities, there is an opportunity for businesses to expand their reach and establish robust partnerships within the public sector. Providing exemplary service and innovative solutions in water rescue PPE can pave the way for long-term business growth and increased visibility in the safety equipment industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GMCA 1453 Water Rescue PPE

Notice Description

Greater Manchester Combined Authority on behalf of Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service are looking to procure a supplier to provide water rescue personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintenance services. It is expected this procurement will be a collaborative procurement with other North West contracting authorities - the details of which authorities will be included, who will lead the procurement, and the procurement process that will be conducted are yet to be determined.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052452
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026898-2025
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

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

CPV Codes

35113400 - Protective and safety clothing

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
29 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 29 Feb 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
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@manchesterfire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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