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Forensic Quality Management System

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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05 Apr 2026 at 15:58

Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has completed a procurement process for a "Forensic Quality Management System" aimed at Greater Manchester Police. This contract was established through the GCloud 14 framework and falls under the services procurement category, specifically IT services including consulting and software development. The contract, awarded to Ideagen Technology Limited, a large-scale supplier, was signed on 30th March 2026 and set to commence on 19th April 2026, lasting until 18th April 2028, with the possibility of renewal until 2029. The procurement method used was "Below threshold - unknown," with key operations taking place in Manchester, UK.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses within the IT services sector, particularly those specialising in software development and managed services for law enforcement or public safety sectors. Companies equipped to deliver comprehensive IT solutions, especially those familiar with public sector criteria and forensic systems, are well-positioned to compete for similar tenders in the future. The focus on a managed service approach suggests a demand for IT firms capable of providing ongoing technical support and system management, offering ample opportunities for business growth in this niche market.

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Notice Title

Forensic Quality Management System

Notice Description

Forensic Quality Management System and Managed Service Call off from GCloud 14 (RM1557.14) Contracted by Greater Manchester Combined Authority for Greater Manchester Police.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067c7f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031222-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£75,742 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
18 Apr 2026 - 18 Apr 2028 2-3 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
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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

IDEAGEN TECHNOLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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