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GMCA 1375.2 10 Year Growth Plan - Consultancy Support

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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13 Oct 2025 at 11:40

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was conducted by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority for the project titled "GMCA 1375.2 10 Year Growth Plan - Consultancy Support". This award, part of the public authority's initiative, focuses on consultancy services to aid the development of Growth Plans over the next decade, including assessing governance needs and functioning as an interim project director for the Old Trafford Regeneration area. Designated as a service in the business services industry category, the contract was awarded using a direct procurement method below the threshold without competition stages. The award was completed on the 11th of August 2025, with a contract timeline extending to the 11th of February 2026. Located in Manchester, UK, this project is essential for businesses interested in regional development and strategic consultancy.

Engagement in this tender provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses capable of delivering comprehensive consultancy services, especially those specialising in law, marketing, or project management. SMEs like BEDFORD ADVISORY LIMITED, the successful supplier, are well-suited to compete due to the tailored, in-depth consultancy and governance support required. The collaboration with a regional authority also sets the stage for potential long-term engagements within the public sector, reinforcing businesses' reputability and expertise in regional growth strategies. Companies aiming to deepen their footprint in public sector consultancy would find this contract particularly advantageous.

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Notice Title

GMCA 1375.2 10 Year Growth Plan - Consultancy Support

Notice Description

Provision of consultancy services to support the development of the 10-year local Growth Plans and assess the delivery vehicle and governance needs to deliver the programmes. Additionally, support as interim project director for the Old Trafford Regeneration area. An exemption was used.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ae2f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064717-2025
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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£85,800 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
10 Aug 2025 - 11 Feb 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@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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BEDFORD ADVISORY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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