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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "GMCA2037 Growth of Greater Manchester and the Role of Transport Consultancy Services" was conducted by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, a sub-central government public authority in the United Kingdom. The process, using a direct procurement method below the threshold without competition, aimed to contract consultancy services to assess the economic impacts of Greater Manchester's Metrolink network. The procurement, classified under research and development services and related consultancy, was completed with the contract signed on 14th May 2026 and ending by 14th September 2026. The main procurement category was services with a gross value amount of £150,000, and the consultancy services were provided by METRO DYNAMICS LIMITED.

This contract provides a valuable opportunity for businesses in the consultancy industry, especially those specialising in economic assessment and transport infrastructure projects, to showcase their expertise and expand their market presence. SMEs in particular, with capabilities in economic data analysis and impact case study development, are well-suited to engage in similar opportunities. By contributing to substantial public infrastructure projects, such businesses can position themselves as key players in supporting government initiatives and driving regional economic growth.

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Notice Title

GMCA2037 Growth of Greater Manchester and the Role of Transport Consultancy Services

Notice Description

Provision of consultancy services to undertake an independent, evidence-based assessment of the economic impacts of the creation and expansion of Greater Manchester's Metrolink network. The commission will review and synthesise existing evidence, analyse economic and transport data, develop impact case studies, and produce reports to support understanding of the relationship between transport investment and economic growth, informing future investment and policy discussions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06daac
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073500-2026
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£125,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
13 May 2026 - 14 Sep 2026 1-6 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

METRO DYNAMICS

Further Information

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