Decision Maker: GM Deputy Mayor, Treasurer GMCA
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: No
This is a compliant framework that PDS has
tendered nationally on behalf of all UK Police Forces.
The Deputy Mayor approves GMP join the Police
Digital Service Framework Agreement for the maximum term of 8 years
for the purchase of Airwave radio terminals. Typically GMP spend
between £350K and £500K per annum and the maximum
likely value if required to be used for the maximum 8 years would
be circa £3.5m.
• Do nothing – rejected as
non-compliant with Procurement Legislation and Chief
Constable’s Financial Instructions.
• Undertake a bespoke procurement exercise (OJEU)
–rejected as there is a suitable framework available.
• Extend current arrangements – rejected as
non-compliant with Procurement Legislation and Chief
Constable’s Financial Instructions.
Publication date: 12/05/2023
Date of decision: 11/04/2023