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title: "Design and development and maintenance of gaming software , Supplying, installation and maintenance of IT hardware"
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# Design and development and maintenance of gaming software , Supplying, installation and maintenance of IT hardware

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7803a394-c5d6-4154-9a69-1efc8b2c0f1b

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## Summary

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is currently conducting an open tender process for the design, development, and maintenance of educational gaming software, as well as the supply, installation, and maintenance of IT hardware. This procurement, valued at £40,000, aims to support the Recycle for Greater Manchester (R4GM) education centre. The tender period is set to conclude on 22nd February 2021, with the contract expected to commence on 23rd April 2021, lasting until 9th August 2021. The project falls under the broader industry category of Office and computing machinery and educational software, predominantly focusing on software programming and consultancy services.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to engage with the public sector in the technology and educational fields. Companies specialising in software development, ICT hardware supply and installation, and educational consultancy are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Such businesses can leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolios and enhance their market presence by partnering with GMCA in delivering innovative educational solutions.

## Notice

Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is seeking a supplier to, design an educational gaming and learning concept for the Recycle for Greater Manchester (R4GM) education centre. Supply, install and project manage the development and installation of software and installation of hardware

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c6bddef-b3ff-4078-8270-354051cc4eec |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Apr 2021 - 9 Aug 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| 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 | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M27 8US |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Swinton Park |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 48190000 - Educational software package
- 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2021 at 12:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c6bddef-b3ff-4078-8270-354051cc4eec

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c6bddef-b3ff-4078-8270-354051cc4eec
  22nd January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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