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Technical Business Analyst requirement

TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER

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21 Jan 2026 at 10:52

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Transport for Greater Manchester revolves around a requirement for a technical Business Analyst to support complex Ticketing implementation programmes. This opportunity is situated in Greater Manchester, United Kingdom, falling under the 'services' industry category. The procurement method employed was a limited, below-threshold competition, successfully awarded to RULLION LIMITED. The current stage of this procurement is the contract stage, which is active following its award date on 3rd October 2025. The contract period runs from 8th October 2025 to 31st March 2026, with a potential extension until 30th October 2026. Key responsibilities under this contract include the provision of recruitment services, with a total contract value grossing at £193,636.80.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in recruitment services and technical analysis, particularly those familiar with ticketing and transport systems. RULLION LIMITED, a large supplier in the industry, was successful in securing the contract, demonstrating the competitive nature of this opportunity. Companies with expertise in handling complex, technical projects and providing skilled business analysts are particularly well-positioned to engage with similar tenders to expand their operations and leverage the growing demand in the transport sector. The contract's potential for renewal also offers continued business prospects, enhancing long-term growth potential for successful bidders. The specialised nature of this requirement calls for businesses skilled in navigating limited competition and aligning with public sector procurement standards.

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Notice Title

Technical Business Analyst requirement

Notice Description

There is a requirement to temporarily engage a technical Business Analyst resource for complex Ticketing implementation programmes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060abc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005165-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79600000 - Recruitment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£161,364 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
7 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@tfgm.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

RULLION

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