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GMCA 1506- An Independent Evaluation of the Bee Net Zero Programme

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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13 Nov 2025 at 16:31

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Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has completed the procurement process for "GMCA 1506- An Independent Evaluation of the Bee Net Zero Programme." This project falls within the services industry category and aims to support Greater Manchester's transition to becoming a Net Zero business hub. The contract, awarded to SQW Ltd, commenced on 16th July 2025 and concluded on 31st August 2025, with a total gross value of £56,508. The procurement was conducted using a limited method, specifically 'below threshold - limited competition.' The authority is located in Manchester, UK, highlighting the region's emphasis on sustainability initiatives.

This procurement offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services related to sustainability and business transformation. Companies like SQW Ltd, which have experience in providing business services such as law, marketing, and consulting, could find such tenders lucrative as they contribute to sustainability goals. This tender process emphasizes the need for expertise in evaluating environmental programmes, making it ideal for businesses with a strong track record in these areas.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GMCA 1506- An Independent Evaluation of the Bee Net Zero Programme

Notice Description

An evaluation of the Bee Net Zero programme, which aims to make Greater Manchester the easiest place in the UK to become a Net Zero business.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e0d1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073698-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited 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
£47,090 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jun 20257 months ago
Contract Period
15 Jul 2025 - 31 Aug 2025 1-6 months
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@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

SQW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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