--- title: "Body Worn Video (BWV) hardware and accessories" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05122e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05122e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05122e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05122e.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY" published: "2025-05-13" --- # Body Worn Video (BWV) hardware and accessories Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05122e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05122e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05122e.json) ## Summary The Greater Manchester Combined Authority is in the planning stage for a procurement process concerning body worn video (BWV) hardware and accessories. The project, titled "Body Worn Video (BWV) hardware and accessories" under tender ID A1174, aims to replace existing assets as part of an annual refresh programme. The process is anticipated to commence in the second quarter of the 2025/2026 financial year, with the procurement expected to be managed by Greater Manchester Police. A decision between using an existing framework or conducting a new tender will be finalised following a market review. The procurement will take place in the region of UKD3, United Kingdom, with the tender notice planned for 1st September 2025. The contract period is intended to run from 15th December 2025 to 14th December 2029, under the goods category, specifically focusing on computer equipment and supplies. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in technology and equipment supply, particularly those with expertise in video and camera solutions. Companies that can provide innovative and quality solutions in BWV equipment will be well-positioned to capitalise on this contract. Additionally, businesses registered with or familiar with the Bluelight Emergency Services eTendering system, Sell2Bluelight, should find the opportunity to engage with the Greater Manchester Combined Authority advantageous for expanding their presence within the public sector. This tender offers a substantial growth opportunity for suppliers able to meet the technical specifications and support Greater Manchester Police in their BWV requirements. ## Notice Greater Manchester Police (GMP) is intending to procure a contract for Body Worn Video (BWV) hardware and accessories, A1174. The contract will be for the purchase of body worn video cameras and accessories to replace existing assets as part of the annual refresh programme. It is anticipated that the procurement process will commence in quarter 2 of the 2025/2026 financial year. GMP is currently considering options with respect to using an existing framework (under either the 2015 or 2023 Procurement Act regulations) or a tender. This will be confirmed following a review of the market and our requirements. Any tender/business opportunities for Greater Manchester Police are advertised on our 'Bluelight' Emergency Services eTendering system, Sell2Bluelight, which is also used by other Bluelight organisations. A new guidance document for Suppliers using Sell2Bluelight (In-Tend) has been created and is available via the below link. This guide will help with registration, how to view and submit tenders, and deal with correspondence. https://bluelightcommercial.police.uk/media/2284/sell2bluelight-in-tend-full-supplier-guide.pdf Whilst the Contracting Authority is the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, this contract will be tendered and managed by the Greater Manchester Police. Should you require any further information on this contract please email procurement@gmp.police.uk and include A1174 Body Worn Video (BWV) hardware and accessories in the header. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020913-2025 | | Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 May 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Sep 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 15 Dec 2025 - 14 Dec 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | 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 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages ### Codes - 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies ## Release History - 13 May 2025 at 14:14 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020913-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020913-2025 13th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.gmp.police.uk - https://bluelightcommercial.police.uk/media/2284/sell2bluelight-in-tend-full-supplier-guide.pdf - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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