--- title: "GMCA 1124- Manchester Civic Leadership Programme" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0031b1de-7bf7-49bb-a0ce-8cbe57737cc9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0031b1de-7bf7-49bb-a0ce-8cbe57737cc9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0031b1de-7bf7-49bb-a0ce-8cbe57737cc9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0031b1de-7bf7-49bb-a0ce-8cbe57737cc9.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY" published: "2024-09-17" --- # GMCA 1124- Manchester Civic Leadership Programme Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0031b1de-7bf7-49bb-a0ce-8cbe57737cc9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0031b1de-7bf7-49bb-a0ce-8cbe57737cc9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0031b1de-7bf7-49bb-a0ce-8cbe57737cc9.json) ## Summary The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) has initiated an open procurement process titled "GMCA 1124- Manchester Civic Leadership Programme" within the Education and Training Services industry category. The procurement aims to address racial inequality by diversifying civic leadership in Greater Manchester through a comprehensive training programme. The tender period ends on 21 October 2024, with the contract period spanning from 1 December 2024 to 1 December 2025. The procurement method being employed is an open procedure, indicative of its inclusivity and scope for wide participation. The programme has strong backing from both the Mayor and local council leaders and is valued at £240,000. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in education and training services, particularly those with experience in diversity and inclusion initiatives. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to participate, given their suitability for this tender. Successful bidders will have the chance to significantly impact social equity, enhance civic engagement within marginalised communities, and build enduring relationships with the GMCA, positioning themselves as key players in future civic and social inclusion projects. This contract not only benefits the winning business financially but also elevates their reputation by contributing to meaningful societal change. ## Notice No Description:Greater Manchester's ability to get to grips with racial inequality is hampered by the lack of representation of racial minorities in the organisations that have the power to act. Greater Manchester Independent Inequalities Commission 2021 The Black Lives Matter Movement and pandemic highlighted and further worsened the racial discrimination and inequalities within our society, compounded by a lack of civic engagement and under-representation of people experiencing racial inequalities. The Mayor of Greater Manchester has expressed commitment to a civic leadership programme for racially marginalised people for the duration of his term, championing it as a key driver to diversifying civic leadership and creating inclusion and tackling inequalities across wider society. The Greater Manchester Civic Leadership Programme was launched in 2022, and over its first two years has supported 58 participants to develop their personal skills, confidence and knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of public appointees, as well as an insight into the systems and procedures of public bodies, by hearing from inspiring leaders and observing practices. This has empowered participants to engage with and join public bodies and political offices within Greater Manchester and inspire and encourage other people within their communities to actively engage. The programme has the full support of all Greater Manchester Council Leaders, with practical support provided by senior officers. This has helped barriers be identified and addressed, enabling participants to take up and sustain future positions in places that are inclusive. Furthermore, improving the pathway for programme participants will challenge and change pathways for all racially marginalised people to take on civic leadership positions. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f56d872-4f3f-435f-b4d3-457fa6c9b1a1 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Sep 2024 | | Submission deadline | 21 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Dec 2024 - 1 Dec 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £240,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M1 6EU | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Deansgate | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Central | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 17 Sep 2024 at 15:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f56d872-4f3f-435f-b4d3-457fa6c9b1a1 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f56d872-4f3f-435f-b4d3-457fa6c9b1a1 17th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.manchesterfire.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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