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GMCA2118 Support for Appraisal of Good Growth Fund Applications

Greater Manchester Combined Authority

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31 Jul 2026 at 08:52

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Greater Manchester Combined Authority commissioned specialist consultancy services to support appraisal of applications to its Good Growth Fund. The work covers developing an approach to identifying and assessing innovation-aligned projects, shaping a clear assessment process, testing the strength of project proposals, and providing independent scrutiny before formal decisions on which projects should proceed. This is business and management consultancy and related advisory work. The requirement is for activity connected with Greater Manchester, commissioned by the Combined Authority. It would suit consultancy firms that can provide structured appraisal, innovation project assessment and independent challenge to support public-sector investment decisions. The work is service-based rather than the delivery of construction, equipment or physical infrastructure.

The procurement has been completed and the contract was awarded to METRO DYNAMICS LIMITED through a direct award below the relevant threshold, without competition. The procurement had one lot. The contract was signed on 27 July 2026 and runs from 1 August 2026 to 30 September 2026. Its value is £30,000 excluding VAT and £36,000 including VAT. The selected supplier is METRO DYNAMICS LIMITED. The requirement was evaluated through the buyer’s direct-award route rather than a competitive tender, so the outcome reflects a completed appointment for the stated consultancy support. The contract is recorded as active, while the tender itself is complete.

This opportunity demonstrates demand from Greater Manchester Combined Authority for specialist advisers able to assess innovation-led growth proposals and support public investment decisions. A credible competitor for a future requirement would need practical expertise in designing appraisal frameworks, reviewing the quality and robustness of project applications, and applying consistent judgement across varied proposals. Independent scrutiny is central: suppliers should be able to challenge assumptions, identify weaknesses and provide evidence-based advice before formal decisions are made. Experience of public-sector funding, economic development, innovation programmes or investment appraisal would be commercially relevant, alongside the ability to turn complex proposals into clear assessment outputs for decision-makers. The appointed supplier is an SME, indicating that this type of focused consultancy can be delivered by a smaller specialist practice.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GMCA2118 Support for Appraisal of Good Growth Fund Applications

Notice Description

Greater Manchester Combined Authority is developing its approach to identifying and appraising innovation-aligned projects that could be supported through the Good Growth Fund. GMCA is seeking specialist consultancy support to help shape a clear assessment process, test the strength of project proposals, and provide independent scrutiny ahead of formal decision-making on projects that should proceed.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d841
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072460-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 1-6 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
Postcode Area
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

Metro Dynamics

Further Information

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