Tender

GMCA1903 Greater Manchester Production Fund Manager

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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10 Apr 2026 at 12:23

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority is inviting tenders for the position of GMCA1903 Greater Manchester Production Fund Manager, a role pivotal to managing a £10.5 million Production Fund aimed at bolstering the city's screen sector. This process, categorised under business and management consultancy services, is at the tender stage with a closing date for submissions on the 30th of April, 2026. The contract managed by this public authority will be based in Manchester and is scheduled to commence on the 25th of May, 2026, with an initial term of 12 months and the possibility of an extension for a further 12 months. Tenders are to be submitted via The Chest, the North West Procurement Portal, under an open competition approach.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs engaged in the film and television production consultancy sector. Companies with robust experience in managing large funds, understanding industry dynamics, and fostering strategic partnerships within the screen industry will find this opportunity ideal. As the role involves acting as a liaison between GMCA and stakeholders in the screen sector, businesses with expertise in offering strategic guidance, evaluating funding proposals, and promoting industry growth will be well-suited to compete. The appointed Fund Manager's role is not just about managing finances but also involves championing Greater Manchester as a key player in the international screen industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GMCA1903 Greater Manchester Production Fund Manager

Notice Description

Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is seeking to award a contract for the provision of GMCA1903 GM Production Fund Manager. In March 2026, GMCA announced a PS10.5m Production Fund as part of its commitment to Good Growth in Greater Manchester. Opening in early summer 2026, the Fund will support both inward-investing and home-grown film and television projects that deliver clear economic, skills and industry benefits for the city-region. It represents a step change in Greater Manchester's approach to the screen sector, building on a strong existing ecosystem and creating the conditions for significant long-term growth. GMCA is now seeking to appoint a Production Fund Manager to lead delivery of this flagship programme. The Fund Manager will act as the primary interface between GMCA and the screen sector, providing expert guidance to applicants, brokering relationships, assessing funding proposals and presenting clear, evidence-based recommendations to the GM Production Fund Investment Committee. Working collaboratively across the screen industry and with GMCA, the Fund Manager will play a central role in ensuring funded productions maximise economic, cultural and skills impact, while helping position and promote the Fund as a high-quality, internationally credible offer. Operating as a trusted, sector-facing partner, the Fund Manager will work closely with GMCA and local and national industry stakeholders, including local screen offices, to provide strategic support for the growth, resilience and competitiveness of Greater Manchester's screen sector. The initial contract period will be for 12 months, with the option to extend for up to an additional 12 months. It is intended for the contract to commence on 25th May 2026.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The initial contract period will be for 12 months, with the option to extend for up to an additional 12 months. It is intended for the contract to commence on 25th May 2026. The maximum budget available for the initial 12 month period is up to PS70,000 (excluding VAT). The GMCA reserves the right to extend this contract for an additional 12 months, at a value of up to PS70,000 (excluding VAT). Therefore, the estimated total value of the contract, including all optional extension periods, is up to a maximum of PS140,000 (excluding VAT).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068005
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032840-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 May 2026 - 24 May 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
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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
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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