PCC DN A1344 GM Temporary Staffing Supply (Contingent Labour)
October 29, 2026 GM Deputy Mayor, Group Chief Finance Officer (Officer) Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
GM Deputy Mayor, Group Chief Finance Officer approved the beneficiary agreement for GMP to participate in a collaborative contract for contingent labour services. This decision was made on 29/10/2026 and will enable GMP to use Reed Talent Solutions for a 3-year contract with a potential 1-year extension. The estimated spend for GMP over four years is £11.48 million.
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Purpose
GMP currently has 4 contracts in place for contingent labour (agency staff) to cover the breadth of both specialist and non-specialist roles by the organisation.?
A1344 specifically covers admin & clerical, non-specialist IS roles and manual labour and is a Greater Manchester collaboration.
The first collaborative arrangement was established amongst core GM Authorities in 2008 and this new contract will be the 5th generation of service.
The agreement has worked well for GMP and has proved cost effective when compared to the other available contracts.
Procurement legislation requires GMP to tender for these goods and services. The recommended route provides an effective route to market.
Decision
Approval is given to sign the beneficiary agreement to enable GMP to participate in the collaborative contract managed by Trafford Council for a 3 year contract for contingent labour services, to Reed Talent Solutions, with the option to extend for a further 1 year. The likely value of 4 years spend for GMP would be circa £11.48m.
Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 29 Oct 2026 |