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title: "GMCA 1507 Incident Command Training"
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# GMCA 1507 Incident Command Training

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4d34a86d-e71c-4090-b085-73a94b34d4bb

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## Summary

Greater Manchester Combined Authority has completed a procurement process for delivering "GMCA 1507 Incident Command Training." This process addresses the need for comprehensive training for Commanders at various levels, aligning with National Operational Guidance specific to the education and training services sector. The contract spans an initial term from 15 March 2026 through 14 March 2028, with potential extensions until 2030. With an estimated total contract value of £503,075, this tender was awarded to K Lamb Associates LTD. The process followed a competitive route via YPO's The Chest procurement portal (Lot 5 Incident Command) under the framework of the 999 Training Solutions DPS, classified under CPV code 80000000.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for SMEs, particularly those specialising in educational and training services related to incident command and operations. With a structured training programme that requires expertise in national guidance compliance, businesses that can deliver quality training and validation services stand to benefit. Companies looking to expand in public sector projects in the UK, especially those with a presence in or near Greater Manchester, are well-positioned to explore collaborations and partnerships facilitated by this contract.

## Notice

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) have a requirement for Incident Command training to ensure Commanders at all levels have the knowledge, skills, and attributes to respond to incidents. Commanders in GMFRS will be also validated in line with National Operational Guidance. Initial Contract Term: 2 years 15/03/2026 to 14/03/2028. Estimated total value PS266,475. Optional 2x 12 months: Ending 14/03/2030. Estimated total value PS236,600. Total estimated contract value including extensions: PS503,075. Route to Market: A further competition was published via YPO on their, The Chest procurement portal to all suppliers under Ref: 999 Training Solutions DPS (Lot 5 Incident Command).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ec3f8e1-0787-41a1-8eb5-636fb8ed60cc |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 15 Mar 2026 - 14 Mar 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £503,075 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £503,075 |
| 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 | K LAMB ASSOCIATES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2026 at 16:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ec3f8e1-0787-41a1-8eb5-636fb8ed60cc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ec3f8e1-0787-41a1-8eb5-636fb8ed60cc
  4th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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