Published date: 27 October 2023

This notice was replaced on 27 October 2023

This notice does not contain the most up-to-date information about this procurement. The most recent notice is:

Awarded contract (published 2 February 2024)

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Contract summary

Industry

  • IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 72000000

Location of contract

England

Value of contract

£600,000

Procurement reference

GMCA001-DN693938-05213915

Published date

27 October 2023

Closing date

22 November 2023

Closing time

12pm

Contract start date

22 December 2023

Contract end date

31 March 2025

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Open procedure

Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes

Description

As part of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is looking to procure a lead provider, across two separate lots, to support the local social economy. The aim of this is to provide a new digital front door to social economy support and to provide specialist support where gaps are identified.

Lot 1 - To create an Online Inclusive Ownership Platform with wrap-around staff support.

Lot 2 - To provide specialist support activities.

Due to the complexity of the GM social ecosystem and the degree of specific knowledge and experience needed to support this sector, we are seeking proposals that demonstrate effective approaches to working collaboratively with the sector.

Contract Value

Lot 1 (Inclusive Ownership Platform): £365,000

Lot 2 (Specialist Support Activities): £460,000

Delivery window: January 2024 - March 2025

More information

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About the buyer

Contact name

Emily Taylor

Address

GMCA Offices
1st Floor, Churchgate House, 56 Oxford Street
Manchester
M1 6EU
United Kingdom

Email

ewsframework@greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk

Website

http://www.manchesterfire.gov.uk/