---
title: "GMCA 1928 GMFRS Copy Right License"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068c28"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-04-28"
---

# GMCA 1928 GMFRS Copy Right License

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068c28

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority involves awarding a contract for the GMFRS Copyright Licence. This contract falls under the legal services category and is located in Manchester, United Kingdom, classified under sub-central government. The procurement method is direct and falls below the competitive process threshold, involving a sole supplier exemption in line with PA23 regulations. The tender process is complete, with the contract active from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027, and a gross contract value of £31,811.76. Key dates include the contract signing on 31st March 2026 and the notice publication on 28th April 2026.

This tender creates opportunities for businesses specialising in legal services, particularly those with capabilities to meet copyright licensing needs. However, due to the sole supplier route, it is primarily suitable for established entities well-acquainted with government regulations and service delivery requirements in the public sector. Companies like the COPYRIGHT LICENSING AGENCY LIMITED, functioning as the supplier for this contract, exemplify the kind of organisation suited to leverage such opportunities for business growth.

## Notice

GMFRS Copy License required by law by the government. Route to market exemption (sole supplier) in line with the PA23 regulations and constitution.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038285-2026 |
| 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 | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £26,509 |

## 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 | COPYRIGHT LICENSING AGENCY LIMITED(THE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2026 at 07:48 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038285-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038285-2026
  28th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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