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GMCA1903 - Production Fund Manager

Awarded to LITTLE DIPPER PRODUCTIONS LTD

Greater Manchester Combined Authority(buyer)

Published
Published 10 April 2026
Deadline
Closed 30 April 2026
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Overview

Greater Manchester Combined Authority has awarded a contract to Little Dipper Productions Ltd to serve as Production Fund Manager for a £10.5m GM Production Fund launched in summer 2026. The Fund Manager will lead delivery of the programme, provide expert guidance to film and television applicants, assess funding proposals, and present recommendations to the Investment Committee, while acting as a primary interface between GMCA and the screen sector. The initial 12-month contract commenced on 25 May 2026, with an option to extend for up to an additional 12 months.

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Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
In delivery
Category
Services
Estimated value
£140,000
Procedure
Below threshold - open competition
Rules
Procurement Act 2023
SME suitable
Yes
Published
10 April 2026
Questions by
24 April 2026
Deadline
Closed
Classification (CPV)
Business and management consultancy and related services

Award outcome

Award date
2 June 2026
Contract period
24 May 2026 → 24 May 2027
Contract length
1 year
Could run to
27 May 2028
Winner
  • LITTLE DIPPER PRODUCTIONS LTD

This contract ends on 24 May 2027, or 27 May 2028 if every extension is used.

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About the winner

LITTLE DIPPER PRODUCTIONS LTD

Based in
Doncaster
Public contracts won
1
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Notice history

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  1. Contract

    4 June 2026

  2. Contract Notice

    10 April 2026

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