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E-Safe licences

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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25 Sep 2025 at 12:21

Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has conducted a procurement process titled "E-Safe licences" for the Greater Manchester Police. This tender falls under the IT services industry category, with a focus on consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement method was direct, conducted below the threshold without competition, due to a lack of market alternatives, thereby qualifying for an exemption. The contract was awarded to Smoothwall Ltd (E-Safe), with the contract period spanning from 11th September 2025 to 30th April 2026. The procurement stage is in the completed phase with all key processes finalized including the signing of the contract on 11th September 2025. The buyer's location is Manchester, UK, and the procurement falls under public authority - sub-central government type.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those offering innovative monitoring solutions for law enforcement agencies. It is ideal for enterprises possessing unique software solutions that can cater to specific legal and operational requirements as stipulated by the police authority. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Smoothwall Ltd (E-Safe), which offer specialised and competitive service offerings, stand to benefit greatly. Understanding and aligning with public sector needs, particularly those on exemption basis, can provide a substantial growth trajectory for businesses in the IT services domain.

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Notice Title

E-Safe licences

Notice Description

The E-Safe App is the only known means of monitoring SHPO conditions and potential breaches. There are no other alternatives known in the marketplace currently hence a purchase under exemption. Contracted by Greater Manchester Combined Authority for Greater Manchester Police. Awarded via GMP's exemption process as per GMP Contract Standing Orders. The date the contract is signed the date the exemption has been approved. The contract dates are based on the requirements of the exemption and value. An exemption may not exceed its maximum value and therefore the end date may be sooner if the value is exhausted.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a21c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059690-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£48,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
10 Sep 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@gmp.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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SMOOTHWALL LTD (E-SAFE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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