Tender

TFGM Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (vPPA)

TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

05 Feb 2025 at 09:58

TenderUpdate

05 Feb 2025 at 09:58

Planning

20 Jun 2024 at 13:27

Summary of the contracting process

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) is currently updating its tender process to secure a Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (vPPA) to fulfil its clean energy goals and manage energy cost risks. Operating under the Competitive Dialogue procedure as per the Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016, this procurement involves a potential contract with a value between £50,000,000 and £70,000,000, with a 15-year term and an optional 5-year extension. The delivery goal is set for a Commercial Operations Date no later than 30 June 2029. The tender is currently open for submissions, with a revised deadline of 6 March 2025. The procurement process is intended for suppliers who can provide 35-42 GWh annually through wind or solar power sources. A virtual bidder day is scheduled for 13 February 2025 for interested developers to gain more insights.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for companies in the renewable energy sector, particularly those specialising in wind or solar power generation. The TfGM seeks partners capable of meeting substantial energy demands, providing a stable supply of renewable energy, and managing competitive energy prices through long-term agreements. Businesses with expertise in large-scale wind farms, solar energy solutions, and electricity supplies are well suited for this opportunity. Successful suppliers will be contributing to Greater Manchester's sustainability objectives, aiding in the expansion of a greener public transport network. The procurement procedure provides a platform for engagement and dialogue, facilitating a collaborative approach to energy management solutions.

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Notice Title

TFGM Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (vPPA)

Notice Description

Transport for Greater Manchester ('TfGM') is seeking to enter into a virtual Power Purchase Agreement ('vPPA') with a supplier ('the Supplier') to meet its clean energy goals , and reduce price volatility risk from its energy portfolio. TfGM has a clear set of objectives for the vPPA procurement and is looking to engage with interested developers who can meet the following requirements: * Power generation to meet demand of between 35 and 42 GWh annually. * Delivery of a vPPA with a target Commerical Operations Date (COD) no later than 30 June 2029. * A 'pay-as-produced' vPPA contract structure, for the supply of wind power (onshore or offshore) or solar power. * A vPPA term of 15 years, with the option, at TFGM's discretion, to extend for a further 5 years. TfGM is the local government body responsible for transport across Greater Manchester, delivering an integrated transport network (known as the Bee Network) to improve lives by connecting people and places. We're the proud owners of Metrolink (the UK's largest light rail network) and we're looking to expand it in future. We've taken bus services back under local control: we're the first city region outside London to franchise bus services, and have committed to greening our network through zero emission vehicles. Local bus services moved under local control as part of the Bee Network by January 2025, and we're working to bring local rail services onto the Bee Network by 2030. In addition to our Head Office in central Manchester, we own Greater Manchester's major bus depots and bus stations, stops and shelters, invest in and manage new, modern transport interchanges, and manage a range of electric vehicle charging infrastructure across our estate, and more widely across Greater Manchester. Based on this, we therefore have a large energy portfolio, and are looking at interventions to manage this effectively and efficiently.

Lot Information

Lot 1

TfGM intends to procure a vPPA via a Competitive Dialogue procedure under the Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016 (UCR16). The estimated contract value is between PS50,000,000 and PS70,000,000. The contract will be based on a 15-year term, with the option for a 5 year extension, at TFGM's discretion. Documentation, including the requirements, how to submit a tender, potential areas for dialogue, and the process for this, can be found at the above address. Once registered on Pro-Contract, documentation for this project can be found with the following information: Project Name: TFGM Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (vPPA) Pro-Contract Reference: DN756077 As part of the process, TFGM intends to hold a virtual bidder day on Thursday 13th February 2025. Suppliers intending to join will need to register onto the project at the above Pro-Contract link, and guidance on how to register onto the bidder day will be available on Pro-Contract. Additional information: The contract will include an optional extension of 5 years, at TFGM's absolute discretion.

Options: The contract will include an optional extension of 5 years, at TFGM's absolute discretion.

Renewal: As this is a PIN notice for a potential future opportunity, decisions are still to be made regarding duration and renewal options.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-047188
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003562-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive dialogue
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting


CPV Codes

09000000 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

09330000 - Solar energy

31121340 - Wind farm

31682000 - Electricity supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Sep 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER
Contact Name
TfGM Procurement
Contact Email
procurement@tfgm.com
Contact Phone
+44 1612441000

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
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

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