---
title: "Import services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058f58"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058f58.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY"
published: "2025-08-28"
---

# Import services

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058f58

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## Summary

The procurement process was initiated by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority for the direct award of import services for firearms body armour, intended for Greater Manchester Police. The procurement, titled "Import services," falls under the industry category of services and involves the use of GMP's exemption process for awarding contracts below the threshold without competition. This award was granted to ClearFr8 (Midlands) Limited, with the contract active from 8th August 2025 to 20th January 2030. The procurement took place in Manchester, UK, with contracts signed on 7th August 2025. The procurement aligns with legal requirements as per the UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in import and logistics services, particularly those capable of handling specialised customs and duties for sensitive items such as body armour. SMEs with experience in servicing public sector clients and those with capabilities in financial and insurance services may find this procurement particularly beneficial to their growth. The direct award method, while limiting competition, also suggests a need for businesses to engage with authorities like Greater Manchester Combined Authority proactively to become preferred suppliers for future opportunities.

## Notice

The import of Firearms Body Armour from GMP's contracted suppler and the payment of all subsequent customs and duties fees. Contracted by Greater Manchester Combined Authority for Greater Manchester Police. Awarded via GMP's exemption process as per GMP Contract Standing Orders. The date the contract is signed the date the exemption has been approved. The contract dates are based on the requirements of the exemption and value. An exemption may not exceed its maximum value and therefore the end date may be sooner if the value is exhausted.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051973-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Aug 2025 - 20 Jan 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £20,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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 | CLEARFR8 (MIDLANDS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 66 - Financial and insurance services

### Codes

- 66000000 - Financial and insurance services

## Release History

- 28 Aug 2025 at 12:45 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051973-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051973-2025
  28th August 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gmp.police.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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