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Award

07 Jul 2026 at 13:58

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "GMCA 1979 Host Venue for Green Summit 2026," managed by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, has reached completion with its recent award. The procurement involved services within the event industry, specifically focused on hosting a one-day summit in Manchester, UK. The procurement was conducted through a direct method below the threshold, without competition, under the legal framework of PA23 regulations. The contract was awarded to Eastlands Arena Limited and was signed on 2nd March 2026, for services rendered during the event on 3rd March 2026.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in event services, including venue hire, catering, and audio-visual equipment supply. SMEs in Manchester and surrounding regions, especially those with expertise in large-scale event management, could find similar future opportunities lucrative, given the potential to collaborate on high-profile events such as the Green Summit. By aligning with public authorities like the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, businesses can gain exposure and credibility in the public sector market.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

GMCA 1979 Host Venue for Green Summit 2026

Notice Description

Host venue for the Green Summit 2026 event, cost inclusive of venue hire, food and beverage, furniture hire, audio and visual supply. This was a one day event. Route to Market = Exemption (Value for Money) in line with the PA23 regulations and constitution.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c566
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063726-2026
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

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


CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£87,920 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Mar 20264 months ago
Contract Period
3 Mar 2026 - 4 Mar 2026 30 days
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

EASTLANDS ARENA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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