Planning

Network - Onboard Wi-Fi, mobile and station Wi-Fi

TRANSPENNINE TRAINS LIMITED

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Planning

22 May 2025 at 11:06

Summary of the contracting process

TRANSPENNINE TRAINS LIMITED, a public authority operating at the sub-central government level, is planning a procurement process for network services encompassing onboard Wi-Fi, mobile and station Wi-Fi across its trains and stations. The procurement, titled "Network - Onboard Wi-Fi, mobile and station Wi-Fi," falls under the services category within the utilities regime and is estimated to value £15,000,000. The procurement is currently in the planning stage with a future notice date set for 14th September 2025. The contract period will run from 6th July 2026 to 5th July 2029, and it is anticipated to take place throughout regions across the United Kingdom. The procedure will adhere to the legal framework laid out by the UK Public General Acts 2023/54.

This procurement offers a substantial growth opportunity for businesses specialising in network connectivity, terminal emulation software, and internet services. With a significant budget allocation, this tender is particularly suited for companies capable of delivering comprehensive technology solutions in these areas. The planned network services can drive business expansion by integrating advanced connectivity solutions within the public transport sector. Companies with relevant expertise and experience in handling large-scale service implementations are well-positioned to compete for this contract, paving the way for potential long-term partnerships and increased market presence within the UK's transportation technology infrastructure.

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Notice Title

Network - Onboard Wi-Fi, mobile and station Wi-Fi

Notice Description

Network services for Onboard Wi-Fi, mobile and station Wi-Fi throughout TPT Trains and Stations To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=952296250

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051d3c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024682-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

48216000 - Network connectivity terminal emulation software package

72212216 - Network connectivity terminal emulation software development services

72400000 - Internet services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
14 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Jul 2026 - 5 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPENNINE TRAINS LIMITED
Contact Name
Adam Meakin
Contact Email
adam.meakin@tpexpress.co.uk
Contact Phone
0345 600 1671

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 6LT
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

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