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TTP Upper Floor Fit-Out - Manchester

NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED

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09 Mar 2026 at 14:24

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "TTP Upper Floor Fit-Out - Manchester" concluded with an award to Office Insight Limited. Northern Trains Limited, a central government public authority based in York, is the buyer responsible for commissioning this project. The contract involves construction work to transform the fifth floor of 3 Piccadilly Place, Manchester into a modern training academy with simulators and classrooms. This award phase, active as of 9 March 2026, follows a limited procurement method due to its below-threshold value under the special regime for utilities. The project spans until the end of December 2027.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses in the construction industry, particularly those proficient in smart simulations and modern office space design. Large-scale enterprises like Office Insight Limited, specialising in fit-outs and construction work, would be well-suited to compete in such initiatives due to their ability to meet technical specifications and deliver innovative solutions. The contract's substantial value offers lucrative prospects for companies aiming to expand their reach in the utilities sector in Northern England. The project supports skill development, creating potential collaborations with educational and technology-focused organisations.

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Notice Title

TTP Upper Floor Fit-Out - Manchester

Notice Description

The TTP programme requires the fifth floor at 3 Piccadilly Place, Manchester to be converted from its current leased shell condition to accommodation that can incorporate 12 SMART simulators, an ICTF simulator and traditional classrooms to create a training academy. The design and build of this facility will need to accommodate NTL's resource requirements detailed in the scope and deliver the most efficient use of the leased space to meet the technical requirements and NTL's vision for a modern office space.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06657b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020945-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£930,300 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Mar 2026 - 31 Dec 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO1 6JT
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Micklegate
Westminster Constituency
York Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OFFICE INSIGHT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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