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Repair, maintenance and servicing of high security shredding machines

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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25 Sep 2025 at 13:52

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority, acting on behalf of Greater Manchester Police, has concluded a procurement process focused on the repair, maintenance, and servicing of high security shredding machines, specifically those meeting the P7 security standard. This procurement falls under the industry category of services related to office equipment maintenance and took place in the region of the UKD, United Kingdom. The process was carried out through a direct procurement method, called "Below threshold - without competition", as per GMP Contract Standing Orders. The award was given to Warehouse.com, with the contract starting on 9th March 2025 and set to conclude on 31st March 2027, or earlier if the contract value of £40,000 is exhausted.

This contract offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in the repair and maintenance of high security shredding equipment. Given the focus on providing specialised aftercare for shredders, companies with expertise in high security office equipment and service provisions will be well-suited to pursue similar procurement opportunities. By engaging with public authorities like the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, SMEs can enhance their market presence and foster relationships within the public sector, paving the way for growth in government contracts and service provision in aligned industries.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Repair, maintenance and servicing of high security shredding machines

Notice Description

Repair, maintenance and servicing of high security cross cut shredders (P7 security standard). The shredders were originally purchased following a 3 quotes process where they proved to be best value. Warehouse.com as the supplier are the conduit for repair. Exemption submitted as GMP are unaware of any other supplier than can provide the same aftercare for the shredders. 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a244
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059762-2025
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50300000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to personal computers, office equipment, telecommunications and audio-visual equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
9 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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

WAREHOUSE.COM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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