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GMCA 1430 - Pension Administration System

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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17 Feb 2026 at 16:11

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process facilitated by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority involves the tender titled "GMCA 1430 - Pension Administration System". This procurement, conducted under the legal framework of UKPGA 2023/54, is aimed at administering the GMFRS Firefighters Pension Scheme for various member categories. The procurement falls within the services industry category, specifically focusing on administration services and was completed at a below threshold level. The contract with Heywood Limited, a supplier based in Altrincham, was activated on 1st February 2026, with delivery expected by 31st January 2027. The contract value is £74,705, highlighting its significance in the local region of Manchester, UK.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in pension and administrative services, particularly for those experienced in handling complex governmental schemes. Given its sub-central government nature, companies with expertise in public sector operations can leverage this contract to enhance their portfolios and secure further work with local authorities. Small and medium-sized enterprises, similar to Heywood Limited, are well-positioned to compete effectively by offering innovations and streamlined solutions tailored to the specific needs of pension administration. Such involvement not only supports business growth but also advances industry standards within the UK services sector.

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Notice Title

GMCA 1430 - Pension Administration System

Notice Description

GMCA to administer the GMFRS Firefighters Pension Scheme for active, deferred and pensioner members.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065673
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014487-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75100000 - Administration services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£74,705 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Jan 2027 - 31 Jan 2027 24 hours
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

HEYWOOD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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