---
title: "GMCA2118 Support for Appraisal of Good Growth Fund Applications"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d841"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-07-31"
---

# GMCA2118 Support for Appraisal of Good Growth Fund Applications

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d841

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## Summary

The procurement process, led by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, aimed to support the appraisal of applications for their Good Growth Fund, focusing on innovation-aligned projects. The procurement occurs within the services category, specifically business and management consultancy and related services, with an award status marked as "complete." Based in Manchester, UKD33 region, this procurement process used a direct, below-threshold method without competition. The contract was awarded to METRO DYNAMICS LIMITED, a London-based SME, on 27th July 2026, with the contract period stretching from 1st August to 30th September 2026.

This tender serves as a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in project appraisal and assessment processes. Businesses equipped to provide independent scrutiny and contribute to formal decision-making projects in innovation sectors are well-suited to compete in similar future procurements. The involvement with the Greater Manchester Combined Authority provides both prestige and the potential to establish or strengthen relationships with sub-central governmental public authorities across the UK.

## Notice

Greater Manchester Combined Authority is developing its approach to identifying and appraising innovation-aligned projects that could be supported through the Good Growth Fund. GMCA is seeking specialist consultancy support to help shape a clear assessment process, test the strength of project proposals, and provide independent scrutiny ahead of formal decision-making on projects that should proceed.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072460-2026 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £30,000 |

## 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 | METRO DYNAMICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2026 at 07:52 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072460-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072460-2026
  31st July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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