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title: "Audio control equipment for Party Conference"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a3ae"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY"
published: "2025-09-29"
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# Audio control equipment for Party Conference

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a3ae

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "Audio control equipment for Party Conference" was initiated by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, acting on behalf of Greater Manchester Police. This contract falls under the "Recreational, cultural and sporting services" industry category, primarily aimed at providing the necessary audio control equipment, including setup and teardown, for an upcoming party conference. The procurement stage for this tender is complete, as it was awarded to Sterling Event Group Limited via a direct procurement method, specifically using GMP's exemption process without competition. The contract, valued at £12,998.40 gross, was signed on 26th September 2025 and runs from 3rd October to 8th October 2025. The buying organisation is based at 56 Oxford Street, Manchester, UK.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in event services, especially those with expertise in audio and technical equipment for large gatherings. Sterling Event Group Limited, a large-scale enterprise located in Manchester Airport, was the chosen supplier, highlighting the potential for well-established companies with a robust regional presence and capacity to handle significant technical requirements. Such contracts are beneficial for businesses looking to strengthen their profile in delivering major event services, build on their project portfolio, and enhance their credibility in the public sector market.

## Notice

Audio control equipment For party conference. Includes setup and decommission at end of event. Contracted by Greater Manchester Combined Authority for Greater Manchester Police. Awarded via GMP's exemption process as per GMP Contract Standing Orders

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060351-2025 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 2 Oct 2025 - 8 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £10,832 |

## 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 | STERLING EVENT GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 29 Sep 2025 at 08:14 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060351-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060351-2025
  29th September 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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