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GMCA 1841 Youth Census UK Services

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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16 Mar 2026 at 10:58

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has completed a procurement process titled "GMCA 1841 Youth Census UK Services," focusing on survey services within the public authority sub-central government sector. The initiative involved conducting a national survey of young individuals aged 11-30 across the UK to gather insights into various local issues, including transport, education, skills, jobs, and training. Youth Employment UK C.I.C. was awarded the contract to tailor the survey to Greater Manchester's needs and produce comparative reports for other metropolitan counties. The contract was procured directly without competition, with a procurement method categorised as below threshold, beginning on 31st March 2026 and concluding on 31st October 2026, valued at £25,000 excluding VAT (£30,000 gross). The contract was signed on 12th February 2026, marking the award stage completion.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses involved in survey services, particularly those able to offer tailored research solutions to public authorities. Companies focusing on youth engagement and expertise in social research domains can benefit considerably. The project provides substantial exposure in shaping policy around young people's issues, allowing service providers to demonstrate their capability in working collaboratively with authorities to deliver data-driven insights that influence policy reforms. Organisations with experience in the education sector and public policy could leverage this project to deepen their involvement in government-funded initiatives, expanding their influence within public sector engagements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GMCA 1841 Youth Census UK Services

Notice Description

The Youth Census is a national survey of 11-30 year olds which collects information on young people's thoughts and feelings on issues such as transport, education, skills, jobs, and training in their local area. Youth Employment UK will tailor specific survey questions to GM needs, produce a national and a GM report as well as reports for other MCAs for comparison. The results of the survey will be used to shape future policy regarding young people.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066ac2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023385-2026
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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79311000 - Survey services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£25,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

YOUTH EMPLOYMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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