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title: "Procurement of an Independent Panel on the Evaluation of Local Growth Interventions Framework"
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# Procurement of an Independent Panel on the Evaluation of Local Growth Interventions Framework

Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d16d8fb7-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Transport For Greater Manchester, which is seeking to establish a framework for the provision of independent evaluation services related to local growth interventions. The tender, titled "Procurement of an Independent Panel on the Evaluation of Local Growth Interventions Framework," falls under the research and development consultancy services category, with a contract value of £2,500,000 and a minimum value of £500,000. The tender period ended on 26th July 2016, and the contract is scheduled to commence on 1st September 2016, lasting until 30th September 2020. This initiative aims to support infrastructure funding across nine UK city-regions, including Greater Manchester.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in research, development, and consultancy services, especially those with expertise in civil engineering and transport services. Companies that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this an advantageous opportunity given the framework's suitability for such businesses. Engaging with this tender could enhance their capabilities in contributing to vital local growth initiatives across multiple regions, fostering collaboration with public sector authorities and facilitating long-term contracts.

## Notice

Greater Manchester Combined Authority (the 'Authority') wishes to invite Tenders for the supply of a services Framework in respect of an Independent Panel on the Evaluation of Local Growth Interventions. Innovative infrastructure funding mechanisms have been agreed for nine UK city-regions counties as part ofindividual City, Growth and Devolution Deals agreed with Government. These are: Glasgow City Region Greater Cambridge Greater Manchester Leeds City Region Liverpool City Region North East Sheffield City Region Tees Valley West Midlands This Framework is open to the nine named localities (and associated contracting authorities) as well as any other Localities (and associated contracting authorities) that agree a similar funding mechanism for local growth interventions during the term of the framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a049a8d-f719-4b6a-859c-eba72b17707c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jul 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2016 - 30 Sep 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,500,000 |
| 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 | TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 3BG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a049a8d-f719-4b6a-859c-eba72b17707c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a049a8d-f719-4b6a-859c-eba72b17707c
  24th June 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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