Scope
Reference
GMCA1606
Description
GMCA have awarded Salford Foundation £100,000 to deliver the STEPS (Education Gender Based Violence) project for 12 months.
The Salford Foundation's STEPS programme is a universal, school-based intervention working with boys aged 9-13. It aims to address gender-based violence (GBV) by promoting positive masculinity, challenging harmful gender norms, and empowering boys to model positive behaviour.
The support is delivered to all boys in the chosen year group in six interactive group sessions, across 6 weeks, each lasting around 50-75 minutes. The curriculum aims to provide a safe space for boys to explore and challenge gender-related topics, increase their awareness and understanding, and lead to behaviour change. It covers:
• Gender stereotypes and misogyny
• Online platforms and misogynistic content
• Healthy and safe online behaviour
• Active bystander strategies
• Respect and relationships
Contract 1. Educational Gender Based Violence Programme
Supplier
Contract value
- £100,000 excluding VAT
- £100,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Date signed
4 September 2025
Contract dates
- 4 September 2025 to 31 July 2026
- 10 months, 27 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Contract locations
- UKD3 - Greater Manchester
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - without competition
Special regime
Light touch
Supplier
Salford Foundation Limited
- Companies House: 02472369
Foundation House, 3 Jo Street
Salford
M5 4BD
United Kingdom
Region: UKD34 - Greater Manchester South West
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): Yes
Contract 1. Educational Gender Based Violence Programme
Contracting authority
Greater Manchester Combined Authority
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXBN-3793-LCTQ
56 Oxford Street
Manchester
M1 6EU
United Kingdom
Region: UKD33 - Manchester
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government