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In building mobile phone coverage

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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27 Jan 2026 at 17:38

Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has concluded the procurement process for "In building mobile phone coverage" at the Greater Manchester Police Force Headquarters. Categorised under telecommunications services, this contract is positioned within the services industry. The procurement was executed directly via GMP's exemption process, in line with GMP Contract Standing Orders, and without open competition. The contract was signed on 23 October 2025 and spans until 23 October 2028. Vodafone Limited has been entrusted with delivering the services, overseeing improvements in internal mobile phone reception capabilities across the specified location in the United Kingdom's UKD3 region.

This contract presents substantial growth opportunities, particularly for large telecommunications firms skilled in enhancing mobile coverage solutions. The procurement, although concluded via a direct process, highlights demands for technical services, enabling companies adept in similar domains to explore potential future engagements. Businesses with expertise in delivering large-scale coverage improvements, especially those involving intricate infrastructure settings like police headquarters, would find this sector ripe for exploration. Such contracts often call for robust delivery capability and an understanding of public procurement nuances, offering a potential pathway for growth and sector credibility.

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Notice Title

In building mobile phone coverage

Notice Description

In building mobile phone coverage at Force Headquarters. Awarded via GMP's exemption process as per GMP Contract Standing Orders. Contracted by Greater Manchester Combined Authority for Greater Manchester Police.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061038
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007319-2026
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

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

64200000 - Telecommunications services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£26,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
23 Oct 2025 - 23 Oct 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@gmp.police.uk
Contact Phone
+441618561140

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

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