Award

Drug Identification Software

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Award

29 Dec 2025 at 12:49

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was conducted by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, focusing on the acquisition of Drug Identification Software. This pertains to the software industry, classified under "Software package and information systems" (CPV: 48000000), and is primarily a procurement of goods. The contract, directly awarded via the GMP’s exemption process without competition, aligns with local governance requirements and commenced on 17th November 2025, ending by 31st March 2029, with a gross value of £18,000. The location of implementation and delivery is Greater Manchester, under the UKD3 region.

This tender offers significant opportunities for large-scale software providers capable of delivering specialised software solutions within regulatory environments. Businesses that specialise in software development for law enforcement or public safety are particularly well-suited to engage with such tenders. While this specific contract is concluded, understanding direct procurement processes and exemption-based awards can provide strategic growth insights for relevant businesses looking to expand services in the public sector and potentially partner in future projects with agencies like the Greater Manchester Combined Authority.

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Notice Title

Drug Identification Software

Notice Description

Software used to identify drugs by visible details. 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-05fdb5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086291-2025
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£15,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Dec 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
17 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
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

TICTAC COMMUNICATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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