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title: "GMCA 1431 5G Innovation Region - Advance Wireless Traffic Corridor"
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# GMCA 1431 5G Innovation Region - Advance Wireless Traffic Corridor

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-43eff4a3-4046-43ba-971f-7ca5087b1cf0

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## Summary

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has awarded a contract for the project titled "GMCA 1431 5G Innovation Region - Advance Wireless Traffic Corridor" in the IT services industry category. The procurement, classified as a direct award, aims to deploy sensor network infrastructure and install Wi-Fi and LoRaWAN network technologies in Greater Manchester, specifically around Hindley. The project, valued at GBP 42,170.78, was awarded to Connexin UK Ltd and is scheduled to run from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2028. Key focus areas include demonstrating the value of wireless technologies integrated with the GM One Fibre Network.

This procurement process presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in Internet of Things (IoT), wireless communications, and smart city solutions. By participating in this tender, businesses can showcase their capabilities in deploying network infrastructures, enhance their visibility in the IT services sector, and establish strategic partnerships with public authorities like the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, fostering a collaborative environment for future innovations.

## Notice

To deploy sensor network infrastructure across a target area in Greater Manchester, connected to the GM One Fibre Network. This is designed to demonstrate the value of wireless technologies (LoRaWAN and Wi-Fi) working with the GM1 Network. Through a limited deployment of LoRaWAN Gateways and Wi-Fi Routers, Connexin will configure the network to facilitate several priority use cases directly and indirectly related to transport infrastructure. Wi-Fi Network Installation: The proposal is to install 5 Wi-Fi access points at strategic locations in Hindley to serve the public. These access points will support dual network functionalities, providing a secure network for specific users and a separate public Wi-Fi, ensuring both security and accessibility. LoRaWAN Gateway Installation: To support smart sensor connectivity, 2 LoRaWAN gateways will be installed at optimal points for maximum coverage of low-power IoT devices. These gateways will enable real-time data transmission, allowing city planners and administrators to effectively monitor and manage sensor-based applications. IoT Sensors: A limited selection of sensing devices will be deployed and connected to the network infrastructure, to demonstrate potential data points useful to the Traffic Corridor Project

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b4acbafe-a93b-47e1-a29a-b7c7fcae5c04 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £42,170 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £42,170 |
| 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CONNEXIN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 2 Apr 2025 at 08:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b4acbafe-a93b-47e1-a29a-b7c7fcae5c04

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b4acbafe-a93b-47e1-a29a-b7c7fcae5c04
  2nd April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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