Scope
Reference
A1220
Description
Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), as the contracting authority for Greater Manchester Police, would like to hear from suppliers willing to share information about possible solutions for a combined Case Management System incorporating both Digital and Physical Forensic requirements.
The ultimate intention is for the provision a fully integrated replacement forensics case management system for management of all aspects of the forensics case management process.
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2032
- Possible extension to 31 March 2034
- 8 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
21 November 2025
Engagement process description
Prior to any procurement process, GMP is undertaking a period of market engagement.
Interested parties will be invited to express an interest in this engagement and complete a short questionnaire, which will allow GMP to better understand the current market and assist the Authority in the development of the final specification and most appropriate route to market.
Expressions of interest, and requests to complete the questionnaire can be made by contacting Chris Garner via email at christopher.garner@gmp.police.uk.
Clarifications may also be sought via the same address.
Please quote reference A1220 on all correspondence.
There may be scope for a number of 1-2-1 sessions with interested parties, dependant on the content and information gathered during this engagement.
It should be noted that tender documents have not yet been issued for this contract. The full specification will be made available at that start of any formal procurement process.
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Contracting authority
Greater Manchester Combined Authority
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXBN-3793-LCTQ
56 Oxford Street
Manchester
M1 6EU
United Kingdom
Contact name: Christopher Garner
Region: UKD33 - Manchester
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government