Notice Information
Notice Title
GMCA 1784 Greater Manchester Equality Panel Facilitation
Notice Description
The Greater Manchester Equality Panels have been established to advise, support and challenge Greater Manchester's political leaders and policy-makers to tackle the discrimination and disadvantage that cause injustice and inequality in society, and champion Greater Manchester as an inclusive city-region. They do this by working together with the GMCA and partners to: * Provide insight into Greater Manchester's diverse communities, enabling political leaders and public bodies to listen and engage in a more targeted and effective way * Communicate key messages to our communities as trusted sources * Codesign policies, programmes and strategies to ensure they work effectively for communities * Support an asset-based approach, highlighting new opportunities (and challenges) for positive collaboration that build on the resources and strengths within our communities
Lot Information
LGBTQ+ Equality Panel
The LGBTQ+ Equality Panel focuses on addressing the specific inequalities and barriers faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer communities across Greater Manchester. It provides expert insight into issues such as discrimination, health inequalities, community safety, inclusive services, and representation. The Panel works collaboratively with policymakers to ensure that LGBTQ+ voices are embedded in decision-making, policies are inclusive of diverse gender identities and sexual orientations, and services are accessible and equitable. It also plays a key role in promoting visibility, inclusion, and community cohesion across the city-region.
Renewal: Extension is permissible via mutual agreement and subject to contract terms.
Older Peoples Equality PanelThe Older People's Equality Panel is dedicated to representing the needs and experiences of older residents, tackling age-related inequalities, and promoting healthy, independent, and fulfilling lives. The Panel provides guidance on issues such as social isolation, access to healthcare, digital inclusion, housing, transport, and age-friendly communities. It ensures that the perspectives of older people are reflected in policy development and service design, while also challenging ageism and promoting positive ageing. The Panel supports Greater Manchester's ambition to be an age-friendly city-region where older people are valued and empowered
Renewal: Extension is permissible via mutual agreement and subject to contract terms.
Women and Girls Equality PanelThe Women and Girls Equality Panel focuses on advancing gender equality and addressing the systemic inequalities affecting women and girls across Greater Manchester. It provides strategic insight on issues such as gender-based violence, economic inequality, health disparities, education, and representation in leadership. The Panel works to ensure that policies and services are responsive to the needs of women and girls, promoting safety, opportunity, and empowerment. It also supports collaborative approaches to tackling inequality and amplifies the voices of women and girls from diverse backgrounds.
Renewal: Extension is permissible via mutual agreement and subject to contract terms.
Notice Details
Publication & Lifecycle
- Open Contracting ID
- ocds-h6vhtk-067fce
- Publication Source
- Find A Tender Service
- Latest Notice
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032739-2026
- Current Stage
- Tender
- All Stages
- Tender
Procurement Classification
- Notice Type
- UK4 - Tender Notice
- Procurement Type
- Standard
- Procurement Category
- Services
- Procurement Method
- Open
- Procurement Method Details
- Open procedure
- Tender Suitability
- SME, VCSE
- Awardee Scale
- Not specified
Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)
- CPV Divisions
98 - Other community, social and personal services
-
- CPV Codes
98000000 - Other community, social and personal services
Notice Value(s)
- Tender Value
- £523,728 £500K-£1M
- Lots Value
- £523,728 £500K-£1M
- Awards Value
- Not specified
- Contracts Value
- Not specified
Notice Dates
- Publication Date
- 10 Apr 20262 days ago
- Submission Deadline
- 18 May 20262 months to go
- Future Notice Date
- Not specified
- Award Date
- Not specified
- Contract Period
- 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 6-12 months
- Recurrence
- Not specified
Notice Status
- Tender Status
- Active
- Lots Status
- Active
- Awards Status
- Not Specified
- Contracts Status
- Not Specified
Buyer & Supplier
Contracting Authority (Buyer)
- Main Buyer
- GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY
- Contact Name
- Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
- Contact Email
- Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
- Contact Phone
- Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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
- TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
-
- Local Authority
- Manchester
- Electoral Ward
- Deansgate
- Westminster Constituency
- Manchester Central
Further Information
Notice Documents
-
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032739-2026
10th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender -
https://procontract.due-north.com/Opportunities/Index
This Invitation to Tender document is issued via The Chest, the North West Procurement portal. Search by reference number Contract Ref: DN811922 GMCA Ref: GMCA 1784
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