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GMCA 1822 CRM GMCA foster Care website developments

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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22 Apr 2026 at 07:19

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process involves the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, located in Manchester, United Kingdom, undertaking the development of its CRM Foster Care website using the HubSpot customer relationship management platform. This procurement, designated as GMCA 1822, falls under the services category and involves software licensing, platform access, system maintenance, updates, and supplier support. The procurement method used was a direct, below-threshold acquisition without competition, as per the PA23 regulations. The contract was awarded to HUBSPOT UK HOLDINGS LIMITED, with the contract period spanning from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027. The contract, valued at £40,000 net (£48,000 gross), was signed on 27th March 2026, with a status of 'complete.'

This tender provides businesses specialising in IT services, software development, and digital support an opportunity to showcase and expand their client base within the public sector. Specifically, it benefits companies capable of managing CRM systems and those interested in collaborating with sub-central government authorities in developing community-focused digital solutions. Businesses with expertise in customer relationship management software and a track record in providing support and maintenance services will likely find such procurement opportunities well-suited to their strengths, offering potential for strategic growth and enhanced market reputation.

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Notice Title

GMCA 1822 CRM GMCA foster Care website developments

Notice Description

This procurement is for the use of the HubSpot customer relationship management (CRM) platform to support the operation of the GM Fostering Hub. This covers software licensing, platform access, system maintenance, updates, and supplier support for the duration of the contract term. Route to Market = Exemption (value for money) in line with the PA23 regulations and constitution.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0687fa
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036365-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

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

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20264 weeks 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

HUBSPOT UK HOLDINGS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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