We believe the secret to the best partnerships is when everyone is working to the same goals. So, whether you’re a local tradesperson or a national firm, if you like to do good business and make a difference, get in touch. We spend around £80 million a year with suppliers, everything from window fitters to people who sell us pens. Building materials and energy Repairs and day-to-day maintenance Facilities and waste management Office kit and professional services Retrofit and green upgrades IT, communications and tech
We decide what’s needed depending on the size of the job. If a job’s worth over £30,000 (including VAT), we’ll post it on our e-Tendering system. It’s free, fair, and anyone can use it. If the job you’re going for hits thresholds in the Procurement Act 2023, you’ll need to sign up to the Central Digital Platform. Up to £10,000 What we need: 1 quote Where we post it: No advert needed £10,001 – £30,000 What we need: 3 quotes Where we post it: No advert needed £30,001 – PA23 threshold What we need: 3-6 quotes Where we post it: e-Tendering system Over PA23 threshold What we need: Full tender process Where we post it: e-Tendering system and Central Digital Platform
If you’re bidding for work worth £50,000 or more, we’ll ask about your social value offer. Social value includes things like: Creating local jobs or apprenticeships Cutting carbon or waste Supporting schools or community projects Need help? Check out Greater Manchester Combined Authority’s supplier guidance. GMCA supplier guidance
We’re here to help Whether you’re just starting out with public sector work or ready to scale up. Email Procurement
