---
title: "Marketing Support for the Bee Net Zero partnership"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c4ce"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-07-07"
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# Marketing Support for the Bee Net Zero partnership

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c4ce

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## Summary

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has completed a procurement process for "Marketing Support for the Bee Net Zero partnership," awarded to Marketing Manchester. This contract focuses on delivering a co-ordinated marketing and communications strategy to raise awareness and encourage businesses in Greater Manchester to take actions towards achieving net zero emissions. The procurement, conducted without competition under a direct method, is valued at £54,000 gross, with the contract period beginning on 1st July 2026 and ending on 31st March 2027. This falls under the industry category of services, specifically marketing services, with its activities primarily based in Manchester, UK.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses interested in sustainability and environmental initiatives. The involvement in such projects can enhance a company's reputation as an environmentally-conscious entity, fostering growth through enhanced brand value and expanded networks with local businesses and stakeholders. Organisations that excel in digital marketing, content creation, and corporate social responsibility could find this type of project well-suited to their expertise. As Marketing Manchester is already associated with the BNZ programme, businesses looking to collaborate or subcontract may find potential opportunities to engage with the authority through related initiatives.

## Notice

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) has awarded Marketing Manchester a contract to deliver a coordinated marketing and communications offer to raise awareness of Bee Net Zero and encourage Greater Manchester businesses to take practical steps towards net zero. This will include digital engagement, content creation and coordinated partner communications with three targeted campaigns to drive action and uptake. Activity will amplify partner initiatives, improve access to support, and position Greater Manchester as a leading place for businesses to transition to net zero. Marketing Manchester has been identified as the most suitable supplier as they: * are the GMCA-endorsed organisation for place-based marketing and business engagement; * are a delivery partner within the BNZ programme, with direct involvement in programme governance and delivery; * are already managing key BNZ communications channels, including the website and social media; * have established relationships with partners and GM businesses, enabling a joined-up approach.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063446-2026 |
| 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 | 7 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £45,000 |

## 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 | MARKETING MANCHESTER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79342000 - Marketing services

## Release History

- 7 Jul 2026 at 08:35 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063446-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063446-2026
  7th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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