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Materials, training and certification of facilitators for the Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument (HBDI) model.

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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25 Sep 2025 at 13:25

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, located in Manchester, UK, focused on acquiring materials, training, and certification of facilitators for the Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument (HBDI) model. This tender falls under the services industry category, specifically education and training services, and was completed under a direct procurement method without competition due to exemption reasons. The contract was intended for Greater Manchester Police and involved Herrmann International Limited as the supplier. The contract, which commenced on 1st April 2025 and will conclude on 30th March 2026, has an allocated value of £14,160 gross. Key dates include the signing and approval of the exemption on 31st March 2025.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for large-scale businesses specialising in educational and training services, particularly those with exclusive distribution rights or unique offerings. Herrmann International Limited, with exclusive rights to the HBDI model, demonstrates the potential success for organisations holding unique intellectual properties within the procurement landscape. The focus on facilitating and developing team-building capabilities for Greater Manchester Police signifies the importance of providing bespoke and specialised training services tailored to public authority needs. Such opportunities are well-suited for businesses that can offer distinct, exclusive products or services that align with public sector demands.

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Notice Title

Materials, training and certification of facilitators for the Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument (HBDI) model.

Notice Description

Purchased under exemption. Herrmann International Limited have exclusive rights to the distribution of materials and training/certification of facilitators for the Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument (HBDI) model. The HBDI annual contract includes 100 individual reports and 1 certified facilitator to enable SLT team building and development sessions and future team problem solving interventions. 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-05a237
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059739-2025
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£11,800 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 202510 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 30 Mar 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.police.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

HERRMANN INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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