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CMI Leadership qualification

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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20 Mar 2026 at 11:24

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority has concluded with an award for the delivery of CMI Level 5 and Level 7 Leadership & Management qualifications. This procurement, classified under education and training services, aims to enhance the leadership capabilities of internal staff within GMCA and GMFRS. Located in Manchester, UK, this contract serves the region UKD33. The procurement method was classified as below the threshold, unspecified in nature, and the contract period spans from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027 with a gross value of £67,968. The award was officially recognised on 20th March 2026, following its completion status, with Smith Collins International Limited successfully appointed as the supplier.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational and training services, particularly those adept at leadership development. SMEs like Smith Collins International Limited, which provide accredited training solutions, are well-placed to benefit from such contracts. Businesses focusing on developing management capabilities through structured qualification frameworks could leverage engagements with public authorities for growth. Such collaborations can enhance their profile and expand their reach within the public sector, particularly in Greater Manchester and potentially across similar regional authorities seeking comparable services.

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Notice Title

CMI Leadership qualification

Notice Description

Delivery of accredited CMI Level 5 and Level 7 Leadership & Management qualifications for internal GMCA and GMFRS staff. In line with the GMCA and GMFRS Leadership Development Frameworks, accredited Leadership & Management qualifications are available as development opportunities for managers. The Level 5 qualification is typically available to middle managers, the Level 7 qualification is aimed at senior leaders in the organization.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06701c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025657-2026
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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£56,640 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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
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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

SMITH COLLINS INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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