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02 Jul 2026 at 11:01

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, conducted by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, focuses on delivering the "GMCA 1856 Civic Leadership Programme." This initiative aims to enhance the leadership skills of residents from racially diverse communities within the UK, enabling them to engage in civic leadership roles. The process falls under the "services" category, specifically within "Education and training services," with the location specified as the United Kingdom. The procedure utilised a direct procurement method, classified as a "Below threshold - without competition" approach, compliant with the applicable PA23 regulations. Key dates include the signing of the contract on 18 February 2026, with the contract period spanning from 1 March 2026 to 27 February 2027.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the education and training sector, especially those specialising in leadership development and community engagement. Companies like FOSTERING TOGETHER LTD, which was awarded this contract, are well-suited for this type of project, particularly if they have expertise in fostering leadership within diverse communities. The direct procurement method indicates the importance of being on preferred supplier lists and networking with public authorities to ensure visibility and consideration for urgent, non-competitive opportunities.

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Notice Title

GMCA 1856 Civic Leadership Programme

Notice Description

Deliver a leadership programme to develop the skills and confidence of residents from racially diverse communities to take up civic leadership roles. Route to Market = Exemption (Urgent & Value for Money) in line with the PA23 regulations and constitution.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c23f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062189-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£62,280 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20264 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 27 Feb 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
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FOSTERING TOGETHER

Further Information

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