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Longline Public Address System (LLPA) Renewal

MERSEYRAIL ELECTRICS 2002 LIMITED

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26 Sep 2025 at 16:00

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Merseyrail Electrics 2002 Limited is seeking to renew the Long-line Public Address (LLPA) system across its network in Liverpool, United Kingdom. This procurement process is in the tender stage, focused on appointing a supplier to replace, upgrade, and enhance the current PA system to meet modern industry standards. The tender is part of the 'goods' procurement category and utilises a selective procurement method under a competitive flexible procedure. Key dates include the expression of interest deadline on 31st October 2025 and the contract award anticipated by 24th July 2026. Potential suppliers are expected to assess and design a contemporary PA system, integrating it seamlessly with existing infrastructure.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in public address systems and audio-visual technology, particularly those experienced in implementing infrastructure within large-scale transportation networks. With an estimated contract value of £1,440,000 and the possibility of renewals, the opportunity is ideal for companies capable of delivering high-quality, reliable, and integrative communication solutions. The two-stage evaluation process, including a Procurement Specific Questionnaire and Invitation to Tender, allows businesses to showcase their technical expertise, project management capabilities, and innovative approaches to enhancing passenger communication systems.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Longline Public Address System (LLPA) Renewal

Notice Description

Long-line Public Address (LLPA) system for the Merseyrail network. The objective is to replace, upgrade, and enhance the existing PA system to ensure clear and effective communication across all stations and operational areas within the network. The Works include but are not limited to the following aspects: assessing the current PA system across the Merseyrail network, designing a modernised solution, and implementing a renewed system that meets current industry standards and operational requirements. The new system should provide high-quality audio, improved reliability, and seamless integration with Merseyrail's existing communication infrastructure, including passenger information systems and emergency communication channels.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Option to include servicing, planned and unplanned maintenance.

Renewal: 3 x 12 month extensions for optional Service and Maintenance element only.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a37d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060273-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48952000 - Public address systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Jul 2026 - 27 Jul 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MERSEYRAIL ELECTRICS 2002 LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L1 1JF
Postcode Area
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Brownlow Hill
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Further Information

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