--- title: "TFGM Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (vPPA)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-047188" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-047188" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-047188.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-047188.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER" published: "2025-02-05" --- # TFGM Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (vPPA) Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-047188 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-047188) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-047188.json) ## Summary Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) is currently updating its tender process to secure a Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (vPPA) to fulfil its clean energy goals and manage energy cost risks. Operating under the Competitive Dialogue procedure as per the Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016, this procurement involves a potential contract with a value between £50,000,000 and £70,000,000, with a 15-year term and an optional 5-year extension. The delivery goal is set for a Commercial Operations Date no later than 30 June 2029. The tender is currently open for submissions, with a revised deadline of 6 March 2025. The procurement process is intended for suppliers who can provide 35-42 GWh annually through wind or solar power sources. A virtual bidder day is scheduled for 13 February 2025 for interested developers to gain more insights. This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for companies in the renewable energy sector, particularly those specialising in wind or solar power generation. The TfGM seeks partners capable of meeting substantial energy demands, providing a stable supply of renewable energy, and managing competitive energy prices through long-term agreements. Businesses with expertise in large-scale wind farms, solar energy solutions, and electricity supplies are well suited for this opportunity. Successful suppliers will be contributing to Greater Manchester's sustainability objectives, aiding in the expansion of a greener public transport network. The procurement procedure provides a platform for engagement and dialogue, facilitating a collaborative approach to energy management solutions. ## Notice Transport for Greater Manchester ('TfGM') is seeking to enter into a virtual Power Purchase Agreement ('vPPA') with a supplier ('the Supplier') to meet its clean energy goals , and reduce price volatility risk from its energy portfolio. TfGM has a clear set of objectives for the vPPA procurement and is looking to engage with interested developers who can meet the following requirements: * Power generation to meet demand of between 35 and 42 GWh annually. * Delivery of a vPPA with a target Commerical Operations Date (COD) no later than 30 June 2029. * A 'pay-as-produced' vPPA contract structure, for the supply of wind power (onshore or offshore) or solar power. * A vPPA term of 15 years, with the option, at TFGM's discretion, to extend for a further 5 years. TfGM is the local government body responsible for transport across Greater Manchester, delivering an integrated transport network (known as the Bee Network) to improve lives by connecting people and places. We're the proud owners of Metrolink (the UK's largest light rail network) and we're looking to expand it in future. We've taken bus services back under local control: we're the first city region outside London to franchise bus services, and have committed to greening our network through zero emission vehicles. Local bus services moved under local control as part of the Bee Network by January 2025, and we're working to bring local rail services onto the Bee Network by 2030. In addition to our Head Office in central Manchester, we own Greater Manchester's major bus depots and bus stations, stops and shelters, invest in and manage new, modern transport interchanges, and manage a range of electric vehicle charging infrastructure across our estate, and more widely across Greater Manchester. Based on this, we therefore have a large energy portfolio, and are looking at interventions to manage this effectively and efficiently. ### Lot Information Lot 1 TfGM intends to procure a vPPA via a Competitive Dialogue procedure under the Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016 (UCR16). The estimated contract value is between PS50,000,000 and PS70,000,000. The contract will be based on a 15-year term, with the option for a 5 year extension, at TFGM's discretion. Documentation, including the requirements, how to submit a tender, potential areas for dialogue, and the process for this, can be found at the above address. Once registered on Pro-Contract, documentation for this project can be found with the following information: Project Name: TFGM Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (vPPA) Pro-Contract Reference: DN756077 As part of the process, TFGM intends to hold a virtual bidder day on Thursday 13th February 2025. Suppliers intending to join will need to register onto the project at the above Pro-Contract link, and guidance on how to register onto the bidder day will be available on Pro-Contract. Additional information: The contract will include an optional extension of 5 years, at TFGM's absolute discretion. Options: The contract will include an optional extension of 5 years, at TFGM's absolute discretion. Renewal: As this is a PIN notice for a potential future opportunity, decisions are still to be made regarding duration and renewal options. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003562-2025 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive dialogue | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2025 | | Future notice date | 1 Sep 2024 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M1 3BG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Piccadilly | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Central | | Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting ### Codes - 09000000 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy - 09330000 - Solar energy - 31121340 - Wind farm - 31682000 - Electricity supplies ## Release History - 5 Feb 2025 at 09:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003562-2025 - 5 Feb 2025 at 09:58 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003761-2025 - 20 Jun 2024 at 13:27 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019056-2024 ## Notice URLs - http://www.tfgm.com - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert/Index?advertId=874a691f-812d-ef11-812c-005056b64545 - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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