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03 Jul 2026 at 09:29

Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has conducted a public procurement process with the title "GMCA 2039 Adobe Suite Renewal," focusing on the renewal of Adobe software. This procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically targeting software package and IT services. The buying organisation is based in Manchester, United Kingdom, and the contract was awarded to MISCO Technologies Limited. The procurement method utilised was a limited competition, below the threshold, using a three-quote process in alignment with the PA23 regulations. Key dates include the contract start date of 13th July 2026, with an end date of 12th July 2027. The award was completed and announced on 3rd July 2026, with the contract being signed on 1st July 2026. The procurement status is marked as complete.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with expertise in software development and support. The nature of the services required, involving software package renewals, is particularly well-suited for large enterprises with a background in managing and delivering comprehensive IT solutions. Participating in such tenders can lead to increased business growth by securing contracts with prominent public authorities like the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, thereby enhancing credibility and opening doors for future collaborations with local government bodies across the UK.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

GMCA 2039 Adobe Suite Renewal

Notice Description

Renewal of Adobe Software. Route to Market = 3 quote process in line with the PA23 regulations and constitution.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c31c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062651-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£27,794 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
12 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 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
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MISCO TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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