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Social Cohesion in Greater Manchester: Understanding Experiences and Identifying Solutions

Greater Manchester Combined Authority · Local authority

In brief

Greater Manchester Combined Authority awarded research and care work to University of Salford on 21 August 2026.

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What the notice says

GMCA has undertaken an open tender exercise under the Procurement Act 2023 to appoint a supplier to deliver a qualitative research project exploring the drivers of social cohesion across Greater Manchester and identifying potential local and regional solutions. The work will draw on residents' perceptions and experiences, including what influences cohesion, what matters most to communities, and how GM partners can support stronger social cohesion across local areas. The contract is proposed to be awarded to The University of Salford, following evaluation, with a total contract value of £49,948.66 for a 12-month period.

Who won

WinnerValueDates
University of Salford£49,949
Awarded 21 August 2026

Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.

Timeline

  1. Contract award notice · UK6, notice 089860-2026

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Awarded
27 July 2026
Value
Not stated, or split across lots
Contract ends
12 July 2027

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From notice 089860-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 22 September 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.