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Firearms training and operational kit and equipment

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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10 Nov 2025 at 09:33

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority focused on firearms training and operational kit and equipment for Greater Manchester Police's firearms officers and Counter-Terrorism Specialist Firearms Officers. The process, classified under the "goods" category with the CPV code "35000000" for security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment, took place in Manchester, UKD33 region. The procurement was finalised on 10th November 2025, as indicated by the award notice date, and the contract spans from 17th May 2025 to 31st March 2027. Conducted without competition due to its below-threshold status, the direct award process adhered to GMP’s contract standing orders. The contract value totals £96,000 gross.

This contract presents opportunities for businesses specialising in police and defence equipment, particularly SMEs, as evidenced by the successful supplier, IAN EDGAR(LIVERPOOL)LIMITED. Companies experienced in providing high-quality training and operational equipment to public authorities could benefit by aligning with similar procurement opportunities. The absence of competition in this specific tender process highlights potential pathways for businesses to engage in direct procurements, especially in niche or specialised sectors, fostering growth by forming strategic partnerships within the sub-central government market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Firearms training and operational kit and equipment

Notice Description

Firearms training and operational kit and equipment for GMP firearms officers and CTFSO. Awarded via GMP's exemption process as per GMP Contract Standing Orders. The date the contract is signed is 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. Contracted by Greater Manchester Combined Authority for Greater Manchester Police.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dd47
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072255-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£80,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
16 May 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 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
01618561140

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

IAN EDGAR(LIVERPOOL)LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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