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Managed Services-Renewal

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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26 Jan 2026 at 11:50

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process undertaken by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority involves the renewal of managed services for the Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service, under the contract title "Managed Services-Renewal". This process falls under the services category in the IT services industry, including consulting, software development, and support, with specific focus on software package and information systems. Located in Greater Manchester, this procurement process was completed using a limited method due to it being below threshold, involving limited competition. The procurement stage has progressed beyond the award, with Vodafone being the awarded supplier. The contract was signed on 1st November 2025, and remains active, running from 15th November 2025 to 14th November 2028.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the IT services sector, particularly those specialising in software systems and consulting. Large-scale businesses that can offer comprehensive IT solutions, like Vodafone, are well-suited to compete in this procurement process, as indicated by the awarding of the contract to such a supplier. Engaging in this space enables firms to potentially expand their service offerings and establish a robust portfolio in public sector IT services, particularly in managed services for emergency services. Challenges in IT infrastructure management faced by public authorities create a significant market for adept service providers.

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Notice Title

Managed Services-Renewal

Notice Description

Managed Services-Renewal for Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060e54
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006577-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

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
£38,340 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
15 Nov 2025 - 14 Nov 2028 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@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

VODAFONE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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