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Forensic Video and Image Enhancement software

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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29 Dec 2025 at 13:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has completed a procurement process for forensic video and image enhancement software, with the award taking place on 29th December 2025. This project falls within the IT services industry category, focusing on consulting, software development, and support, aimed at enhancing the operational capabilities of the Greater Manchester Police. The procurement was executed via a direct method, described as 'below threshold - without competition', indicating a streamlined process without the need for an open tender. The contract period began on 9th December 2025 and is scheduled to conclude by 31st March 2029, with the location of service provision designated as UKD3 in the United Kingdom.

This tender presents numerous opportunities for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those specialising in forensic and enhancement technologies. Companies that can offer innovative solutions in software development and technical support may find similar procurement opportunities to expand their product offerings and establish a presence in law enforcement technology sectors. The Greater Manchester Combined Authority, acting as a sub-central public authority, offers a significant platform for suppliers like Best Evidence Technology Ltd, which has been awarded this contract, to grow their business profile and establish long-term partnerships within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Forensic Video and Image Enhancement software

Notice Description

Forensic Video and Image Enhancement software 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-05fdc6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086309-2025
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£22,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Dec 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Dec 20254 months ago
Contract Period
9 Dec 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

BEST EVIDENCE TECHNOLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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