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Access and Use of Copyright Material

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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18 Nov 2025 at 12:06

Summary of the contracting process

Greater Manchester Combined Authority has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "Access and Use of Copyright Material," intended to enable the Greater Manchester Police to access and use copyright material and resources for learning and development. The contract, awarded to COPYRIGHT LICENSING AGENCY LIMITED(THE), falls under the industry categories of miscellaneous business and related services as well as recreational, cultural, and sporting services. This procurement, in the region of Greater Manchester, was conducted through a direct method below the competition threshold, in alignment with GMP's exemption process under their Contract Standing Orders. The contractual period, active as of 1st July 2025, will continue until 31st March 2026, with a financial value of £101,000. The award was formalised on 18th November 2025, confirming the contract's completion.

This tender represents significant opportunity for businesses specialising in copyright management services, licensing, and similar business and culture-oriented services. SMEs that can deliver robust copyright licensing solutions or support organisations in managing intellectual property compliantly would find value in engaging with such opportunities. This process showcases how tailored services without competition can create collaborations with significant public authorities, providing stable financial and operational prospects for businesses effectively positioned in this sector.

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Notice Title

Access and Use of Copyright Material

Notice Description

Licence to enable GMP to access and use copyright material, resources and artificial intelligence to create and deliver learning and development to the force. The licence covers all copyright material and ensures that GMP does not need to engage directly with the originator or would liable for prosecution for the inappropriate use of material. 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e330
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074721-2025
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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

79900000 - Miscellaneous business and business-related services

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£101,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jun 20257 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 31 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
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

COPYRIGHT LICENSING AGENCY LIMITED(THE

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