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title: "GMCA 1418 Evaluation of the GM Foundational Economy Fund"
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# GMCA 1418 Evaluation of the GM Foundational Economy Fund

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e8b9dd1c-5374-498a-951d-86e96ec28570

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## Summary

The procurement process, managed by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, involved the evaluation of Round 2 of the Greater Manchester Foundational Economy Innovation Fund. The contract, valued at £57,015.61, falls under the category of Evaluation Consultancy Services (CPV code 79419000). The location specified for delivery is within England, United Kingdom. This process was at the award stage as of 8th August 2025, following a direct procurement method. The relevant contract period runs from 1st July 2025 to 30th September 2025, underpinning a critical evaluation task in shaping future foundational economy strategies.

The awarded contract presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly for those classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as the process favoured an SME, Little Lion Research Ltd. Firms with capabilities in programme evaluation and consultancy in public sector and economic development initiatives within the United Kingdom would be well-suited to compete for similar opportunities. Engaging in such contracts can aid in business growth by expanding service portfolios and enhancing reputational credibility within the public procurement space.

## Notice

The contract supports the evaluation of Round 2 of the Greater Manchester Foundational Economy Innovation Fund (FEIF). The evaluation is critical for assessing the programme's performance, process, and impact, and for shaping future rounds and broader foundational economy strategy.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f067e6da-4ece-48bf-b664-f051ae59e8bc |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2025 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £57,015 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £57,015 |
| 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LITTLE LION RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2025 at 16:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f067e6da-4ece-48bf-b664-f051ae59e8bc
- 8 Aug 2025 at 15:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33e10ae1-9715-4c6d-b1fe-cdf4706e3991

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f067e6da-4ece-48bf-b664-f051ae59e8bc
  8th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33e10ae1-9715-4c6d-b1fe-cdf4706e3991
  8th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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