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title: "GMCA 1508 - Race Equality Panel Facilitation"
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# GMCA 1508 - Race Equality Panel Facilitation

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9143c7f3-9ecb-4407-8963-03c8b7fa4db7

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## Summary

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority is seeking bids for the facilitation of the Race Equality Panel, under the tender titled "GMCA 1508 - Race Equality Panel Facilitation". Categorised under social work and related services, this procurement is specifically interested in equal opportunity consultancy services. The tender has been published with an open procedure for procurement and requires submissions by 23rd June 2025. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st August 2025 and will conclude on 31st July 2026. The project will be primarily based in the United Kingdom, with delivery addresses extending to regions like the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man.

This tender offers potential growth opportunities for businesses specialising in social work, consultancy in equality, and those keen on impacting race equality initiatives. It is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), inviting a diverse range of bidders to participate. Companies with expertise in delivering social services, particularly those with a focus on equal opportunities, will find this project aligned with their operational strengths and growth ambitions. The budget of £168,186 further elucidates the scale of the project, making it an attractive opportunity for qualified service providers in the industry.

## Notice

Facilitation of Race Equality Panel

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88718c2f-6766-4042-bc22-e7ec04a9e127 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £168,186 |
| 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

- 85 - Health and social work services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 85300000 - Social work and related services
- 98200000 - Equal opportunities consultancy services

## Release History

- 16 May 2025 at 14:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88718c2f-6766-4042-bc22-e7ec04a9e127

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88718c2f-6766-4042-bc22-e7ec04a9e127
  16th May 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=5ae7c642-5715-f011-8136-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

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

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