Planning

GMCA 1699 Engineering Project Manager Support for Solar Design and Build Contract Management

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Planning

23 Feb 2026 at 13:03

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Greater Manchester Combined Authority is seeking to appoint an Engineering Project Manager to support their efforts in solar design and build contract management in Manchester, United Kingdom. The procurement is currently at the planning stage with the engagement milestone set for 6th March 2026. The project titled "GMCA 1699 Engineering Project Manager Support for Solar Design and Build Contract Management" falls under the 'services' industry category with a focus on engineering services. The contract is split into two parts with differing durations; the initial phase is planned for 6-8 months, and if successful, the second phase extends over two years, with possible extension options up to April 2030.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in engineering services and energy solutions, particularly those with expertise in solar power projects. It is well-suited for SMEs that can offer project management support and expertise in solar energy design and implementation. With a maximum contract value of up to £700,000, dependent on investment outcomes, businesses can leverage this tender to expand their portfolio in sustainable energy projects, thereby enhancing growth prospects through strategic collaboration with Greater Manchester Combined Authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GMCA 1699 Engineering Project Manager Support for Solar Design and Build Contract Management

Notice Description

GMCA has been working with partners to identify appropriate sites for energy generation as part of our regional decarbonisation activities. In 2023, GMCA commissioned a feasibility study to assess opportunities across the GM Waste Estate and identified 10 suitable sites for rooftop and ground-mounted solar. This presents an opportunity for GM Waste to invest and reduce their onsite power demand. However, there is significantly more solar capacity potential than these sites require creating an opportunity for export into the wider public sector estate and GMCA is interested in co-investing or procuring this power for their own use. GMCA are seeking support from potential suppliers to progress this work through to delivery by providing Engineering Project Manager Support. The project is split into 2 contingent parts as the number of sites taken forward in Part 2 for investment will depend upon the outputs from Part 1. Contract Duration: Part 1: 6-8 months, Part 2: 2 years Extension Options: Option to extend 1 year to April 2030 Maximum Contract Value: Part 1: PS120,000, Part 2: PS500,000 - PS700,000 (dependent on investment case from Part 1)

Planning Information

https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=e79c27b6-b610-f111-813c-005056b64545&p=e0cc5631-4690-e511-80fb-000c29c9ba21 Please see opportunity as advertised on the CHEST via link above.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065a14
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016058-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71300000 - Engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£820,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Mar 20264 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Jun 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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