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title: "GMCA 1399 Chemdata Licenses"
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# GMCA 1399 Chemdata Licenses

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-18596c7e-63f0-4e8c-9937-804f44929f71

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## Summary

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has completed the procurement process for the project titled "GMCA 1399 Chemdata Licenses". This tender, classified under the industry category of software packages and information systems (CPV code 48000000), involves the provision of 175 Chemdata software licenses compatible with various operating systems including Microsoft Windows, IOS, and Android. Ricardo-AEA Ltd has been awarded the contract, valued at GBP 26,980, starting from 1st April 2025 and ending on 31st March 2026. The procurement was conducted through a direct award method, with the tender period having concluded on 7th February 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses operating within the software solutions and information systems sector. Specifically, it is well-suited for SMEs looking to expand their client base by providing essential software tools that enhance the efficiency and safety of chemical incident responses. Businesses that can deliver reliable, interactive databases and support diverse operating systems could greatly benefit from such contracts. Engaging in these procurement opportunities can foster business growth and strengthen market presence in the public sector.

## Notice

175 Chemdata software licenses. These are for a range of operating systems: Microsoft Windows; IOS and Android. Chemdata is a reliable and interactive chemical hazard database that equips those responding to a chemical incident with critical, relevant and proportionate information to help them stay safe and respond efficiently.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcc4c060-0573-4939-8c66-4843ff8fabb1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £26,980 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £26,980 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RICARDO-AEA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 9 Apr 2025 at 12:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcc4c060-0573-4939-8c66-4843ff8fabb1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcc4c060-0573-4939-8c66-4843ff8fabb1
  9th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.manchesterfire.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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