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Network - Onboard Wi-Fi, Mobile Connectivity and Station Wi-Fi

TransPennine Trains Limited

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Summary of the contracting process

TransPennine Trains Limited, a public undertaking based in Manchester, is in the tender stage of procuring connectivity agreements for "Network - Onboard Wi-Fi, Mobile Connectivity and Station Wi-Fi." The tender consists of three active lots focusing on telecommunications, data networks, and internet services, recognised under industry classifications such as networks, telecommunications equipment, and internet services. The procurement method is an open, competitive flexible procedure, inviting business opportunities across the UK in the rail industry sector. Key deadlines include the expression of interest by 16 January 2026, with an enquiry period ending on 12 January 2026, and the award period concluding on 26 June 2026. Contracts under these lots may start from 1 July 2026, with various extension options offered.

These contracts offer significant opportunities for growth, particularly for firms specialising in networking and telecommunications. Businesses focusing on mobile devices, internet services, and Wi-Fi solutions will find opportunities to expand their operations, particularly within railway systems. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, especially for the Customer Wi-Fi at Stations lot, which is concentrated across train stations in the North of England and Scotland. With substantial budgets allocated, this tender represents lucrative prospects for companies capable of innovative technological solutions and robust network support, positioning them well to meet TransPennine Trains Limited's operational and customer connectivity needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Network - Onboard Wi-Fi, Mobile Connectivity and Station Wi-Fi

Notice Description

TPT is seeking to engage the market for connectivity agreements covering the following key areas: On-Train Communications, Network Systems, and Customer Wi-Fi Mobile Connectivity for Staff and Connected Devices Customer Wi-Fi at Stations To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/9Z34WZ75XF If you experience any technical difficulties from accessing the above url, then please contact the Delta eSourcing Helpdesk on call 0800 923 9236 or email helpdesk@delta-esourcing.com. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=999406691

Lot Information

On Train Communications, Network systems and Customer Wi-Fi

TransPennine Trains Limited seeks to procure the design, development, testing, component supply and support TPT fleet maintainer or manufacturer with on-train installation for connectivity, Onboard Wi-Fi and selected networking and communication systems on its current and a new fleet of trains.

Renewal: Extension option for a further period of five (5) years in increments of one (1) year, in any combination.

Mobile Connectivity for Staff and Connected Devices

TPT provides handheld devices to staff and supports mobile connectivity for various operational systems. The organisation is now seeking a new agreement to cover data, voice, and mobile devices to support staff communications and operational systems.

Renewal: Extension option for a further period of two (2) years in increments of one (1) year, in any combination.

Customer Wi-Fi at Stations

TPT currently manages customer Wi-Fi services across 18 train stations and two maintenance depots located in the North of England and Scotland. A new agreement is required to ensure the continued provision and improvement of Wi-Fi services at these locations.

Renewal: Extension option for a further period of two (2) years in increments of one (1) year, in any combination

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f014
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080386-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

48 - Software package and information systems

50 - Repair and maintenance services

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

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

CPV Codes

32250000 - Mobile telephones

32400000 - Networks

32412100 - Telecommunications network

32412110 - Internet network

32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies

32510000 - Wireless telecommunications system

32522000 - Telecommunications equipment

32524000 - Telecommunications system

32582000 - Data carriers

44316400 - Hardware

45314000 - Installation of telecommunications equipment

48200000 - Networking, Internet and intranet software package

50312300 - Maintenance and repair of data network equipment

50330000 - Maintenance services of telecommunications equipment

50332000 - Telecommunications-infrastructure maintenance services

64200000 - Telecommunications services

72315100 - Data network support services

72319000 - Data supply services

72400000 - Internet services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,250,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£12,250,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Dec 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 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
TransPennine Trains Limited
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 6LT
Postcode Area
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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