Award

TfGM Cycle Training Booking System

TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER

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Award

18 May 2026 at 09:00

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "TfGM Cycle Training Booking System" was led by Transport For Greater Manchester (TfGM), aimed at securing a cloud-based solution for their cycle training booking needs. This was done through a Direct Award under the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) G-Cloud Framework Agreement. The procurement is classified under the "Software package and information systems" industry category, with the main delivery location in Manchester (postal code M1 3BG). The process reached the award stage on 18th March 2026, with the contract starting on 1st April 2026 for a term of three years plus an optional extension year. The procurement method employed was selective, using a call-off from a framework agreement. The awarded supplier is CLARITY INFORMATION SOLUTIONS LIMITED.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs, due to its tailored suitability requirements. As a comprehensive cloud-based solution is required, software companies with expertise in developing user-friendly booking systems and experience in the public sector stand to benefit. The contract's focus on reporting and system functionality could be particularly appealing to businesses specialising in analytical software and user engagement platforms. Additionally, those with capabilities in handling procurement through government frameworks may find this process advantageous.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TfGM Cycle Training Booking System

Notice Description

TfGM required a cloud based solution to meet its cycle training booking needs. TfGM has sourced a single supplier by undertaking a Direct Award under the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) G-Cloud Framework Agreement. TfGM have offered this service to residents for a number of years and want to continue to do so going forward. The system will allow clients to book and pay for sessions and to see their skills progress via awards received on successfully completing various courses. A reporting system will allow TfGM to understand programme performance and analyse this in further detail as required. This will be a 3+1 term contract with the extension year being optional.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6017d80-73eb-45e8-ab31-636d7e872cfe
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£44,120 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£44,120 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 3BG
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CLARITY INFORMATION SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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