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title: "GMCA 1375.1 10 Year Growth Plan - Consultancy Support"
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# GMCA 1375.1 10 Year Growth Plan - Consultancy Support

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e5a794fa-499b-4e3c-92c6-f1e9fa8b188d

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority involved the awarding of a contract for consultancy services to support the development of 10-year local Growth Plans. The contract, titled "GMCA 1375.1 10 Year Growth Plan - Consultancy Support," falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy, with additional business services such as law, marketing, consulting, and recruitment. The procurement process is in the award stage, with the award being published on 6th May 2025 and having an active status. The contract period is set to commence on 1st January 2025 and is scheduled to conclude on 30th June 2025. The services will be delivered within the United Kingdom, and it concluded its tender period by 31st December 2024, ultimately valuing at £102,960.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its suitability for such entities. With the involvement of research, development, and consultancy services, businesses excelling in offering innovative solutions and strategic insights in these areas are well-poised to compete. The contract awarded to Bedford Advisory Limited, a supplier recognised as an SME, highlights the potential for similar enterprises to engage with public sector projects that can enhance their service portfolio and market presence.

## Notice

Provision of consultancy services to support the development of the 10-year local Growth Plans and assess the delivery vehicle and governance needs to deliver the programmes.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74a196fb-730d-4021-a64d-d69900429408 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £102,960 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £102,960 |
| 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 | BEDFORD ADVISORY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 6 May 2025 at 08:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74a196fb-730d-4021-a64d-d69900429408

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74a196fb-730d-4021-a64d-d69900429408
  6th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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