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title: "GMCA 1430 - Pension Administration System"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065673"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-02-17"
---

# GMCA 1430 - Pension Administration System

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065673

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## Summary

The public procurement process facilitated by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority involves the tender titled "GMCA 1430 - Pension Administration System". This procurement, conducted under the legal framework of UKPGA 2023/54, is aimed at administering the GMFRS Firefighters Pension Scheme for various member categories. The procurement falls within the services industry category, specifically focusing on administration services and was completed at a below threshold level. The contract with Heywood Limited, a supplier based in Altrincham, was activated on 1st February 2026, with delivery expected by 31st January 2027. The contract value is £74,705, highlighting its significance in the local region of Manchester, UK.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in pension and administrative services, particularly for those experienced in handling complex governmental schemes. Given its sub-central government nature, companies with expertise in public sector operations can leverage this contract to enhance their portfolios and secure further work with local authorities. Small and medium-sized enterprises, similar to Heywood Limited, are well-positioned to compete effectively by offering innovations and streamlined solutions tailored to the specific needs of pension administration. Such involvement not only supports business growth but also advances industry standards within the UK services sector.

## Notice

GMCA to administer the GMFRS Firefighters Pension Scheme for active, deferred and pensioner members.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014487-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Jan 2027 - 31 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £74,705 |

## 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 | HEYWOOD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 75100000 - Administration services

## Release History

- 17 Feb 2026 at 16:11 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014487-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014487-2026
  17th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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