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GMCA 1899 GMCA and TfGM Information and Data Governance Shared Service Support

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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20 Apr 2026 at 09:30

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is seeking to enhance its information and data governance shared service support in collaboration with Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM). The procurement, identified as GMCA 1899, falls under the business services category, specifically targeting areas such as law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing, and security. Located in Manchester, UK, the process is at the award stage, with the contract set to commence on 21st April 2026 and conclude on 20th October 2026. This limited competition procurement was executed under the 'Below threshold' procurement method, primarily focusing on services.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for companies specialising in consultancy, particularly those adept at navigating regulatory compliance and data protection frameworks. Businesses capable of contributing to an eco-system of public sector bodies efficiently managing and sharing information are well-suited for such engagements. The awarded contract, valued at £49,800, has been secured by Kaleidoscope Consultants Limited, indicating the potential for SMEs to effectively compete in similar procurement exercises. Such opportunities can assist consultancies in establishing a robust presence in the UK public sector, facilitating strategic growth in collaborative service provisions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GMCA 1899 GMCA and TfGM Information and Data Governance Shared Service Support

Notice Description

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority and Transport for Greater Manchester Information and Data Governance Team provide a shared service across these two organisations. The Shared Service is responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance to Data Protection and UK GDPR legislation. The Service also champions a vision for an eco-system of public sector bodies across Greater Manchester that better manages, shares and values information. This vision is set by the Greater Manchester Information Strategy and is underpinned by the Greater Manchester Strategy. There is a need for temporary resource to come in and support on key projects and areas of work.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0685f5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035487-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£49,800 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
20 Apr 2026 - 20 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

KALEIDOSCOPE CONSULTANTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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