--- title: "GMCA 1086 GM Digital Improvement Programme" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f0d94471-137a-46c2-b48d-9e688751ec49" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f0d94471-137a-46c2-b48d-9e688751ec49" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f0d94471-137a-46c2-b48d-9e688751ec49.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f0d94471-137a-46c2-b48d-9e688751ec49.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY" published: "2025-04-16" --- # GMCA 1086 GM Digital Improvement Programme Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f0d94471-137a-46c2-b48d-9e688751ec49 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f0d94471-137a-46c2-b48d-9e688751ec49) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f0d94471-137a-46c2-b48d-9e688751ec49.json) ## Summary The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) has successfully awarded the contract for the "GMCA 1086 GM Digital Improvement Programme" under the industry category of IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support, classified under CPV code 72000000. The procurement process, managed through an open procedure, aimed at selecting strategic partners for different Lots within the programme. The contract, which is worth £7,800,000, involves three Lots: Mendix Platform and Associated Services (Lot 1), Strategic Software Developer Partner (Lot 2), and Strategic Infrastructure Partner (Lot 3). The procurement stage is at the 'Award' phase, with contracts starting from 10th September 2024 and extending up to 30th April 2029, located in England, United Kingdom. Key suppliers awarded are Accenture (UK) Ltd for Lots 1 and 2, and ANS Group Limited for Lot 3, with respective contract periods varying slightly within the overall timeframe. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, especially those focusing on digital transformation, strategic platform development, and infrastructure management. By engaging in this multi-year programme, businesses can form lasting strategic relationships with GMCA, drive innovation, and enhance operational efficiencies in digital services. Large-scale enterprises, particularly those with substantial experience in software development and infrastructure services, are well-suited for this opportunity, as indicated by the award to prominent industry players Accenture and ANS Group Limited. This programme offers avenues for enhancing digital capabilities and fostering strategic partnerships, crucial for business growth and regional digital advancements. ## Notice Lot 1 - Mendix Platform and Associated Services (Contract will be referenced 1086.1) Lot 2 - Strategic Software Developer Partner (Contract will be referenced 1086.2) Lot 3 - Strategic Infrastructure Partner (Contract will be referenced 1086.3) ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2336e3bd-267a-4276-8fb5-dd588ebf74d6 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Apr 2025 | | Submission deadline | 15 Jul 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 19 Aug 2024 | | Contract period | 9 Sep 2024 - 30 Apr 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £7,800,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £7,800,000 | | 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), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 2 | | Supplier names | ACCENTURE (UK; ANS GROUP | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 16 Apr 2025 at 15:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2336e3bd-267a-4276-8fb5-dd588ebf74d6 - 4 Jul 2024 at 11:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e58d4908-0ef1-4069-9601-82c490b9465e - 28 Jun 2024 at 09:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ed2a511-052d-4ba8-96ae-5017575b5e08 - 24 Jun 2024 at 12:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3cced1c-e593-40bd-b7b3-8a01da0c70a9 - 10 Jun 2024 at 10:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7568e66a-f0df-4c4a-bf14-d17bf1590a3f - 6 Jun 2024 at 08:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8ae4334-0e90-42b3-8b27-41a0844cd3a0 - 5 Jun 2024 at 15:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8274b8d2-2e0c-4ffd-9c52-de3fa82289b6 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2336e3bd-267a-4276-8fb5-dd588ebf74d6 16th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e58d4908-0ef1-4069-9601-82c490b9465e 4th July 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ed2a511-052d-4ba8-96ae-5017575b5e08 28th June 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3cced1c-e593-40bd-b7b3-8a01da0c70a9 24th June 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7568e66a-f0df-4c4a-bf14-d17bf1590a3f 10th June 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8ae4334-0e90-42b3-8b27-41a0844cd3a0 6th June 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8274b8d2-2e0c-4ffd-9c52-de3fa82289b6 5th June 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.manchesterfire.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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